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  • Strawflower purple red purple petals with yellow center held on a blurred green background
  • Strawflower purple red rich purple-red blooms with yellow centers on a green background
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Strawflower Seeds - Purple Red

Garden visitors can't help but notice these striking magenta blooms

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Lean Soil
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders
Perfect for Dried Flowers
Perfect for Xeriscaping
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Helichrysum bracteatum

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

GROWTH HABIT

  • Clumping

PLANT HEIGHT

  • Up to 40 inches

COLOR

  • Purple
  • Red

Sometimes the simple, descriptive names are best. In this case, we can't think of anything better to call this lovely Strawflower cultivar! In a deep, saturated and jewel-like tone, Strawflower Purple Red is offset by its bright yellow center. Easy to grow and a champion in hot and arid regions, Strawflower is a favorite of florists and crafters for its "everlasting" tendencies.

  • Annual; Almost glows in the sun
  • Heat and Drought Tolerant
  • Excellent for cutting and drying

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/16 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 12 to 18 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

SEED PREP

  • Requires Light

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 779 Up to 80 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 42,865 Up to 625 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Strawflower Planting Guide to learn more.

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Strawflower Seeds - Purple Red

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Strawflower Seeds - Purple Red FAQs

What is Purple Red Strawflower also known as?

Purple Red Strawflower is also known as Golden Everlasting.

Is Purple Red Strawflower resistant to animals or disease?

Purple Red Strawflower is deer resistant and rabbit resistant, meaning deer and rabbits generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

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