(S) Strawflower Swiss Giant seeds 0.3g (approx. 400 seeds) (415663)

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Strawflower 'Swiss Giant' Mix
Botanical Name: Xerochrysum bracteatum (syn. Helichrysum bracteatum)
Type: Half-Hardy Annual

Strawflower 'Swiss Giant' Mix is a bold and brilliant everlasting flower, known for its large, papery blooms in a stunning range of bright colours including red, orange, pink, yellow, and white. Ideal for cutting, drying, and fresh borders, these long-lasting blooms keep their colour and form beautifully when dried, making them a favourite for crafts and dried flower arrangements. A heat-tolerant and low-maintenance performer that thrives in sunny spots.

Plant Details

Type: Half-Hardy Annual
Height: 75 – 90 cm
Spread: 20 – 30 cm
Flowers: July – October
Position: Full sun; light, well-drained soil

Growing Information

Sow Indoors: Indoors: March – April Outdoors: April – May, on the surface of moist compost. Do not cover – light aids germination
Germination: 7 – 14 days at 18 – 22°C
Transplant: Harden off and plant out after last frost
Spacing: 25 – 30 cm apart
Care: Water regularly until established. Deadhead for continued blooms or harvest for drying before flowers fully open.

Why You’ll Love It

Large, vibrant papery blooms – ideal for drying
Heat and drought-tolerant once established
Stunning in borders, bouquets & dried crafts
Long-lasting colour – fresh or dried
Easy to grow & pollinator friendly

Top Tip

For dried flowers, cut stems just before blooms are fully open and hang upside-down in a warm, dry place with good air circulation.

Perfect For

Borders & cutting gardens
Dried flower arrangements & wreaths
Bouquets & floral crafts
Sunny, low-maintenance planting
Pollinator-friendly gardens

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