Strawflower - Helichrysum bracteatum "King Size Silvery Rose"

NEW! Season 2026

The "King size" series has similar flowers to other Strawflowers, but is said to have more flowers on each stem than others.

Perfect for cutting both fresh and dried. Also useful as dried in autumn bouquets and wreaths.
Light-germinating.

Pick the flowers just before they open, they open further when dried. Strip the stems and hang in a dark, dry place.

May need to be supported so they can withstand rain and wind.

Quantity: approx. 250 seeds

Light preference: Sun

Height: approx. 100 cm

Plant spacing: 20-30 cm

Sowing depth: 0 cm / Light-germinating

Sowing time: approx. 4-6 weeks before the last frost

Germintation time: approx. 7 days

Lifecycle: Half-hardy Annual

Vase life: 7-10 days