Everlasting Daisy- Mixed
Xerochrysum bracteatum
Standard seed packet, 100 seeds
Synonyms: Helichrysum monstrosum



Description
Short lived perennial to 90cm. Australian native daisy with large flowers featuring golden orange centres and papery textured petals in a mixture of colours which includes shades of red, pink, orange, yellow and white. Great for native gardens, container plantings, garden beds, borders, coastal areas and rockeries. Low maintenance, tolerant of poor soil conditions and drought. Makes a fantastic cut or dried flower lasting indefinitely. Flowers over a long period from spring through to autumn. Great for attracting native bees and hoverflies. Also known as "Paper daisy" or "Strawflower".



How to sow and grow:
Method: Raise seedlings or sow direct
Sowing Depth: 1mm
When: Spring, summer and autumn
Row Spacing:
Position: Full sun
Plant Spacing: 55cm
Hardiness: Hardy
Plant Height: 90cm
Days to Maturity/flowering: 80 days
Care: Seeds need light to germinate