Strawflower
Xerochrysum bracteatum · Native to Australia
Papery, straw-textured blooms in warm jewel tones that feel crisp to the touch and dry perfectly for everlasting bouquets.
Available in 12 inch
💧 Water when dry
🪴 Well-draining mix
🐾 Pet-safe
Care
Light
Give strawflowers full sun for the strongest stems and the most blooms. They love warmth and bright light.
Water
Water when the top of the soil dries; they’re drought-tolerant once established and dislike soggy conditions.
Soil & Feeding
Grow in well-draining soil. They aren’t fussy and need only light feeding to keep flowering through the season.
Quick Tip
Cut blooms just before they fully open and hang them upside down to dry — they hold their color and shape for months.
Details
Strawflowers are named for their stiff, papery petals (actually colorful bracts) that surround a golden center, opening in warm shades of yellow, orange, red, and pink.
- ✅ Crisp, papery blooms in warm colors
- ✅ Outstanding for drying and everlasting bouquets
- ✅ Sun-loving, drought-tolerant, and easy
Size
Available in a 12 inch pot — a generous, ready-to-enjoy size that’s perfect for an entryway, patio, or as a gift, and easy to move to its happy spot.
Good to Know
🐾 Strawflowers are considered non-toxic to cats and dogs — a pet-friendly, cheerful choice for sunny pots and borders.
Plant Bio
Xerochrysum bracteatum · the everlasting Strawflower
Strawflowers, Xerochrysum bracteatum, come from Australia and are grown for one of the most unusual blooms in the garden — flowers that feel like crisp paper or straw.
What look like petals are really stiff, colorful bracts surrounding a golden center, and they hold both their shape and color long after cutting.
Sun-loving and drought-tolerant, they bloom generously in warm tones and are a favorite for everlasting bouquets and dried arrangements.
What makes it special?
- Unique papery, straw-textured blooms.
- The best of all flowers for drying — they last for months.
- Tough, sun-loving, and pet-friendly.
🐾 Strawflowers are non-toxic to cats and dogs — a safe, sunny choice around pets.