Add a touch of everlasting beauty to your garden with Helichrysum flowers. Known for their vibrant colors and long-lasting blooms, these flowers are perfect for fresh or dried arrangements. This pack of 20 seeds will help you cultivate these stunning and resilient plants.
Product Features:
- Premium Seeds: Carefully selected for high germination rates and vigorous growth.
- Everlasting Blooms: Helichrysum flowers, also known as "strawflowers," are renowned for their papery petals that retain their color and shape even when dried. Available in a range of colors, including red, yellow, orange, pink, and white.
- Extended Blooming Season: Enjoy a prolonged display of flowers from summer through fall. These flowers are ideal for adding long-lasting color to your garden.
- Versatile Plant: Suitable for flower beds, borders, and containers. Helichrysum flowers are also popular for dried flower arrangements, wreaths, and crafts.
- Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, supporting your garden's ecosystem.
- Easy Care: Hardy and low-maintenance, making them perfect for both novice and experienced gardeners.
Planting Instructions:
- Soil Preparation: Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Amend the soil with compost or organic matter to improve fertility and drainage.
- Sowing: Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost or start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Plant seeds about 1/8 inch deep and space them 12-18 inches apart.
- Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist until seeds germinate. Once established, water moderately, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
- Care: Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming. Remove weeds and provide adequate space for plants to grow.
- Fertilization: Apply a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer once a month to support healthy growth and abundant flowering.
Growing Tips:
- Spacing: Ensure proper spacing between plants to allow for good air circulation and minimize the risk of disease.
- Pest Control: Monitor for pests such as aphids and spider mites. Use insecticidal soap or neem oil if necessary.
- Mulching: Apply mulch around the base of the plants to help retain soil moisture and reduce weed growth.
Helichrysum flowers will bring a splash of color and lasting beauty to your garden. With this pack of 20 seeds, you can grow these unique and versatile blooms that will enhance your outdoor space and provide beautiful, long-lasting flowers for fresh and dried arrangements.