Common Name: Strawflower, Purple Red Everlasting Daisy, Paper Daisy or Dragon Fire Strawflower
Scientific Name: Helichrysum monstrosum
Life Cycle: Perennial
Remarks: Australian native that native bees and butterflies love.
Long-lasting papery flowers, great for drying.
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.
Bottom water or mist to avoid covering seeds.
Spacing: 30-50cm apart
Position: Full Sun
Days until germination: 7-14 days @ 21-24°C
Seed To Bloom: 85 days
Number of Seeds: 100
Note: WA orders are sent weekly as they require quarantine inspections on arrival to WA