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Strawflower
Bractheantha bracteata

Quick Profile

Exposure

Full Sun

Mature Height

10 - 14 Inches

Soil Conditions

Dry

Bloom Color

Pink
Red
White
Yellow

Bloom Season

June - October

Hardiness

Half-Hardy Annual

Size

Small

Features

Unique straw textured daisy-like flowers on mounded plants. Good for dry sites. Good for drying.

Culture

Full sun, in well-drained soil.

Cultivars

'Bikini White' 10-14 inches tall, white flowers

'Sundaze Pink' 10-14 inches tall, pink flowers with white centers

'Florabelle Gold' 10-14 inches tall, large yellow flowers

'Dreamtime Series' 10-14 inches tall, mixed colors, dependable continuous flowering

Notes

Dependable plant for the heat. High humidity, rainy conditions and too much overhead watering can lead to leaf problems or poor flower quality. Does very well in cool weather.