Strawflower White

900 Seeds

Seeding Strawflower 'White' (Xerochrysum bracteatum, formerly Helichrysum bracteatum) is a great choice for crisp, papery blooms that are perfect for fresh or dried arrangements. Strawflowers are heat-tolerant, drought-resistant, and long-blooming annuals.

Here’s a complete guide:

🤍 Strawflower 'White' – Seeding Guide

📅 When to Sow

Indoors (recommended):

• Start 6–8 weeks before the last frost

  • For example: Sow in late winter to early spring

• Transplant outdoors after the danger of frost

Outdoors (direct sow):

• Only after all risk of frost has passed and soil is warm (60°F / 16°C+)

🌱 How to Sow

Seed Prep

• No stratification or soaking required

• Seeds are very small, so handle gently

Sowing Indoors

• Surface sow – do not cover seeds with soil

• Press lightly into moist seed-starting mix

• Provide light for germination (they are light-dependent)

Watering

• Mist gently to avoid displacing seeds

• Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy

🌡️ Germination

• Temperature: 65–75°F (18–24°C)

• Germination time: 7–14 days

🌿 After Germination

• Transplant into individual pots once seedlings have 2–3 true leaves

• Harden off 5–7 days before planting outdoors

🌞 Transplanting Outdoors

• Plant after last frost, in a full sun location

• Soil: Light, well-draining, moderately fertile

• Spacing: 10–12 inches apart

🌸 Bloom Time

• Blooms 10–12 weeks from sowing

• Continues blooming summer through fall

• Excellent for cut flowers or drying (retain color and shape perfectly)

🌾 Drying Tips

• Cut flowers just as they open (before fully mature)

• Hang upside down in a dry, dark, well-ventilated area

🌿 Care Tips

• Deadhead to prolong blooming

• Tolerates drought once established

• Avoid rich soil or heavy feeding (can cause leggy growth)