Common Name: Strawflower Genus: Helichrysum Species: bracteatum Cultivar or Variety: 'Fireball' Characteristics: This is an annual cultivar, but there are some that are perennials. Good for a cutting flower that is dried for arrangements. Life Cycle Annual
Zone Hardiness up to Zone 4
Zone 5
Zone 6
Zone 7
Zone 8
Endangered Species No
Heirloom No
When to Sow Seed Early Spring
Mid Spring
Late Spring
Germination Temperature 60-70 F
Seed Sowing Depth 1/8th"
Seed Needs Light to Germinate Yes
Days to Germination 10-14 days
Sun Exposure Full Sun
Plant Height 2 - 4 feet
Plant Form Upright
Branching
Blooms Yes
Bloom Form Above Foliage
Flower Color Red
Nutritional Needs Moist
Dry
Fertile Yes
Reproduces By Seed
Cutting Flower Yes
Additional Uses Borders
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