Strawflower - Silvery Rose

50 Seeds

Introducing the Silvery Rose Strawflower Seed, a bountiful source of blooms perfect for both fresh displays and dried arrangements.

These tall, well-branched plants bear double flowers measuring 2–2 1/2 inches across. Their blooms boast a captivating blend of pure to creamy white hues, delicately frosted with rose at the tips of the petals. Notably, the rose coloring becomes more pronounced as the blooms mature and open, adding depth and allure to the display.

Also recognized as bracted strawflower, these plants promise a delightful addition to any garden or bouquet, offering a graceful transition from subtle hues to rich, mature tones.

• Suitable for drying
• Attracts pollinators
• Attracts beneficial insects and/or butterflies
• Deters pests
• Drought tolerant
• Long blooming
• Easy to grow

Sowing: indoors (recommended) 5 - 8 weeks before last frost. Direct seed :after last frost, only where summers are long and temperature is consistently warm. 

Annual Height: 36-40 inches

Bloom Season: June - September

Sun: Full sun to partial shade

Depth: Do not cover the seed, but press into the soil

Plant Spacing: 10 - 12"

Germination: 7 - 10 days

Harvest notes for drying or cutting: harvest in morning when 2-3 layers of petals have opened but before flowers fully open. Over mature flowers will not dry properly or hold colour.