Common Name: Strawflower Golden Yellow, Everlasting Daisy, 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
Swing 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 too deep.
Bottom water or mist to avoid covering seeds.
Spacing: 50 cm
Position: Full Sun
Days until germination: 7-14 days @ 18-24°C
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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