Evengrow

Grow guide

How to grow Strawflower King Size Orange

Xerochrysum bracteatum

Type
Strawflower
Zones
USDA zones 2–11
Sun
Full
Time to harvest
75–85 days
Spacing
9″ apart
Density
4 per sq ft
Habit
Upright
Frost tolerance
Tender
Sowing
Start indoors, then transplant
Start indoors
6 weeks before last frost

Care

  • Harvest As needed
  • Deadhead As needed
  • Water Weekly

Notes

Fiery orange papery double 2-2.5" blooms on 36-40" well-branched plants; harvest when 2-3 petal layers open for best fresh and dried results.

More strawflower varieties

Grows well nearby

Track Strawflower King Size Orange from seed to harvest with Evengrow.

Request access