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Helichrysum Bracteatum Silvery Rose Seed gives the cutting garden romantic rose-pink strawflower colour with a silvery softness. Its papery blooms are ideal for fresh bunches, dried arrangements and sunny South African flower beds.
View the South Africa-specific grow guide: Helichrysum Strawflower Grow Guide for South Africa
Quick Grow Facts
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Plant Type: Annual
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Scientific Name: Xerochrysum bracteatum (syn. Helichrysum bracteatum)
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General Sowing Time: Spring to early summer once frost risk has passed; start in trays 4-6 weeks before planting out.
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Position: Full sun.
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Sow Depth: Surface sow; do not cover seed as light is required for germination.
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Spacing: 25-30 cm apart.
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Germination: 7-10 days in warm conditions.
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Height: Around 90-100 cm for taller cut-flower types; support may be useful.
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Available Pack Sizes: 100 raw seed, 1000 raw seed
Why Grow This Variety
- Silvery rose tones bring soft colour to fresh and dried flower work.
- Papery bracts dry beautifully for long-lasting arrangements.
- Strong choice for cut-flower gardens and cottage-style beds.
- Adds pollinator-friendly summer colour in sunny positions.
Garden Uses
Plant Helichrysum Silvery Rose in cutting rows or sunny mixed borders where the blooms can be harvested regularly. It pairs well with white, sulphur, apricot, coral and deeper pink flowers for dried-flower bunches and soft garden colour.
Growing Notes
- Surface sow or cover only very lightly; light supports germination.
- Use full sun, free-draining soil and 25–30 cm spacing for airflow and usable stems.
- Keep seedlings evenly moist, then water established plants deeply and let the surface begin drying between waterings.
- Support tall cutting rows where wind or storms are severe.
- For drying, cut when the outer bracts are open but the centre is not fully expanded, then hang in a dry, airy, shaded place.
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