Everlasting Flower 'Strawflower Bright Scarlet'
Xerochrysum bracteatum 'Strawflower Bright Scarlet' is a truly exceptional annual, celebrated for its unique, papery, daisy-like flowers that retain their vivid colour and form long after cutting and drying. This specific cultivar boasts intense, bright scarlet blooms, providing a striking splash of almost day-glo colour in borders and containers. Strawflowers are fantastic for adding both vibrant colour and intriguing texture, blooming prolifically from mid-summer until the first hard frosts. 'Strawflower Bright Scarlet' thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, preferring a warm, sheltered position. It is relatively low maintenance and its long-lasting qualities make it an indispensable plant for cut flower gardens, offering endless possibilities for dried floral arrangements and crafts.
Sun: Full sun.
Soil: Well-drained soil.
Hardiness: H2 — down to 1°C.
Flowering: Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct.