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A floral arrangement of Tall Double Mix Strawflowers in a metal container on wood with a copper background.
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Tall Double Mix Strawflowers on a metal background with pieces of straw.
An assortment of colors in the Tall Double Mix Strawflowers resting on a light grey background.
A close-up of Tall Double Mix Strawflowers on wood and copper background.
Overhead view of an assortment of Tall Double Mix Strawflowers bathed in ambient light.
An overhead view of an assortment of Tall Double Mix Strawflowers on a white background.
A man in a striped tunic holding a bouquet of Tall Double Mix Strawflowers in the trial gardens at Baker Creek.
A floral arrangement of Tall Double Mix Strawflowers in a metal container on wood with a copper background.
An overhead view of an assortment of Tall Double Mix Strawflowers with pieces of straw on the perimeter.
A close-up macro view of the different colored assortment of Tall Double Mix Strawflowers.
Tall Double Mix Strawflowers on a metal background with pieces of straw.
An assortment of colors in the Tall Double Mix Strawflowers resting on a light grey background.
A close-up of Tall Double Mix Strawflowers on wood and copper background.
Overhead view of an assortment of Tall Double Mix Strawflowers bathed in ambient light.

Strawflower Seeds,
Tall Double Mix

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Description

The popular everlasting flower that is easy and fun to grow. These come in red, pink, salmon, lemon, white, lilac, and more! This Australian native plant was introduced to England in 1791 and many colors where developed by German horticulturist Herren Ebritsch in the mid-19th century. Great for floral craft projects and more!

Growing Tips: Sow in place, or start transplants indoors, setting out after last frost, transplanting carefully. Keep soil moist and warm until sprouts appear. Requires sharp drainage, prefers dry locations.

Plant Details

Botanical Name
Xerochrysum bracteatum
Life Cycle
Annual
Sun Requirement
Full sun
Days to Germinate
7–10
Days to Maturity
75–90
Planting Depth
Surface sow
Plant Spacing
10–12 in.
Ideal Temperature
70–75°F
Frost Hardy
No

When to Grow

Start Tall Double Mix indoors 4-6 weeks before your last frost date and transplant outdoors after the last frost, or direct seed in the garden once the last frost has passed. Surface sow and press the seed gently into the soil, since these seeds require light for germination, and aim for a germination temperature of 70-75°F; sprouts appear in about 7-10 days. The plants are not frost hardy. Expect roughly 75-90 days from sowing to the first blooms.

How to Sow and Plant

  • Seeds germinate in 7-14 days.
  • Sow seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost and transplant outdoors after last frost, or direct seed after last frost has passed.
  • Surface sow seeds and gently press into soil, as seeds require light for germination.
  • Ideal germination temperature 70-75 F.

How to Grow

  • Prefers full sun.
  • Plants are indifferent to soil fertility, but they require it to be well drained.
  • Space plants 10-12 inches apart.
  • Pinch young plants at growing point to encourge branching.
  • Keep deadheaded to encourage continued blooming.

PESTS/SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

  • Susceptible to downy mildew. Keep foliage dry and promote good air circulation to prevent this issue.

How to Save Seeds

  • Seeds are very light, and the wind will easily take them from dried seedheads.
  • To save seeds, allow the flowerhead containing the seeds to completely mature and dry on the plant, then clip it off and place in a container.
  • Working over the top of another clean, opened container, rub the flowerheads to separate the seeds.
  • Store over winter in a cool, dark, dry place.

FAQ

Should Strawflower Tall Double Mix seeds be covered with soil?

No. Surface sow the seeds and gently press them into the soil, as they require light for germination.

What colors are in the Tall Double Mix?

The mix includes red, pink, salmon, lemon, white, lilac, and more. These everlasting flowers are great for floral craft projects.

How should Tall Double Mix be spaced and cared for?

Give them full sun and space them 10-12 inches apart. The plants are indifferent to soil fertility but require sharp drainage. Pinch young plants at the growing point to encourage branching, and keep them deadheaded to encourage continued blooming.
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