Description
Xeranthemum Annuum Mixed is an annual flower prized for its delicate, papery blooms in shades of white and purple. Known as an "everlasting flower," it retains its beauty long after being dried, making it perfect for both fresh and preserved floral arrangements. With a long flowering period through summer, it brings a natural elegance to garden borders, wildflower meadows, and cut flower displays.
This easy-to-grow flower thrives in warm weather and does not tolerate frost, making it ideal for direct sowing in spring after the last frost. Attracts vital pollinators like bees and butterflies, promoting biodiversity and adding life and movement to the garden. To enjoy dried flowers, simply hang stems upside down in a dry, well-ventilated space for about a month.
Key Details:
- Flower Colour: White and purple
- Planting Period: February - May(indoors) or in early May directly
- Position: Full sun
- Soil Type: Moist but Well-drained soil
- Flowering Period: July - October
- Hardiness: Half-hardy (H3)
- Plant Height: 0.3m - 0.5m
- Flower Size: 0.3m
Sowing
- Sow 0.5cm - 1.0cm deep and lightly cover with soil.
- Transplant into individual pots when large enough to handle.
- Maintain a soil temperature of 16-18°C for germination for 1-2 weeks
- Sowing distance: 30cm between apart
Deadheading
- Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering.
- Cut back to the first leaf below the flower head.
Harvesting/Cutting
- Harvest when blooms are 50% open.
- Harvest regularly to encourage more growth
Contents: 20 seeds per pack.
