Strawflower
Rhodanthe chlorocephala subsp. rosea
Enjoy summer's flowers into fall by growing this brightly colored charmer that dries right on the plant. Use it in dried flower arrangements, wreaths, and even homemade potpourri. This easy-to-grow, sun-loving annual heralds from Australia and is a great pick for hot, dry sites. Plant it outdoors after all danger of frost has passed in spring.
- Light:
- Sun
- Plant Type:
- Annual
- Plant Width:
- 6-12 inches wide
- Bloom Time:
- Blooms from summer to frost
- Landscape Uses:
- Containers,Beds & Borders
- Special Features:
- Flowers,Cut Flowers,Drought Tolerant,Easy to Grow
Plant It With
Ageratum
Ageratum
Create contrast in your landscape by pairing strawflower with fluffy-headed ageratum.
EvolvulusGrow upright strawflower with spreading evolvulus in containers or in the ground for a beautiful combo that looks great all season long
NigellaAnother favorite for dried-flower crafts, nigella's intricate flowers are a perfect combo for strawflower.
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