| 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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