Common Name: Strawflower Silvery Rose, Everlasting Daisy or Paper Daisy
Scientific Name: Helichrysum monstrosum
Life Cycle: Perennial
Remarks: Australian Native that native bees and butterflies love. Long-lasting papery flowers.
Plant Height: 1m
When: Spring, Summer + Autumn
Sowing Depth + Method: Sow direct or raise seedlings .
Sow the seeds lightly on the soil surface. Press into the soil gently.
Strawflower seeds need light to germinate, make sure they are not buried deeply.
Spacing: 50cm apart
Position: Full Sun
Days until germination: 7-14 days
Seed To Bloom: 85 days
Number of Seeds: 100
View our Growing Australian Native From Seed blog here.
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The below is a guide on which months to sow based on your climate
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