Sweet Everlasting Seeds - Pseudognaphalium obtusifolium Perennial Wildflower, 30mg
Sweet Everlasting (Pseudognaphalium obtusifolium) is a charming native perennial wildflower prized for its soft, silvery-green foliage and clusters of small, papery white flowers that retain their shape and color when dried. This versatile plant adds texture and a touch of nostalgia to wildflower gardens, meadows, and dried floral arrangements. Its understated beauty and ability to attract pollinators make it a wonderful addition to naturalized areas and cottage gardens.
Easy to grow from seed, Sweet Everlasting thrives in sunny locations with well-drained soil and is remarkably tolerant of poor, dry conditions. The flowers are long-lasting both in the garden and in vases, making them a favorite for fresh and dried bouquets. Whether you're a wildflower enthusiast or a crafter, these seeds offer a rewarding growing experience.
Plant Features
- Produces small, papery white flowers that dry well and hold their shape
- Soft, silvery-green foliage adds contrast to garden beds
- Attracts beneficial pollinators like bees and butterflies
- Drought-tolerant once established
- Excellent for dried floral arrangements and crafts
Growing Information
- Botanical Name: Pseudognaphalium obtusifolium
- Plant Type: Perennial wildflower
- Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil; tolerates poor soil
- Water Requirements: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
- Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9
- Bloom Season: Summer to early fall
- Mature Height: 1-3 feet
- Spacing: 12-18 inches apart
Planting & Care
Sow Sweet Everlasting seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors in fall or early spring. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface; they need light to germinate. Keep the soil consistently moist until germination, which typically occurs in 14-30 days at 65-70°F. Once seedlings have a few true leaves, thin or transplant them to their final spacing.
Sweet Everlasting is low-maintenance and thrives in average to poor soil. Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a deep root system, then reduce watering as plants become drought-tolerant. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued bloom or leave them for winter interest and self-sowing. Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor.
What's Included
30mg of Sweet Everlasting (Pseudognaphalium obtusifolium) seeds.