Tom Thumb Mix Strawflower Seeds – 150 Seeds Helichrysum bracteatum Dwarf Everlasting Blooms

Tom Thumb Mix Strawflower (Helichrysum bracteatum) is a compact dwarf variety prized for its colorful, papery blooms that retain their shape and color when dried. This mix produces a cheerful blend of bright colors on tidy, well-branched plants, making it an excellent choice for borders, containers, and cutting gardens. The flowers are not only beautiful in fresh arrangements but also ideal for everlasting bouquets and crafts.

Easy to grow from seed, strawflowers thrive in full sun and well-drained soil, attracting pollinators and adding long-lasting color to any garden space.

Plant Features

• Compact dwarf habit, perfect for small spaces and containers
• Mix of vibrant colors including pink, yellow, orange, red, and white
• Papery blooms that dry well for everlasting arrangements
• Long blooming season from summer to frost
• Attracts pollinators and beneficial insects

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Helichrysum bracteatum
• Plant Type: Annual
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
• Growth Habit: Upright, compact, bushy
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 2-11 (grown as annual)
• Bloom Season: Summer to first frost
• Mature Height: 12-18 inches
• Spacing: 9-12 inches apart
• Germination Requirements: Light needed for germination; sow seeds on surface and press gently

Planting & Care

Sow strawflower seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or directly in the garden after danger of frost has passed. Lightly press seeds into the soil surface; do not cover as they need light to germinate. Keep soil moist but not waterlogged until seedlings emerge. Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, thin or transplant to 9-12 inches apart. Water regularly during dry spells, but avoid overhead watering to prevent disease. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering. For dried flowers, harvest when blooms are fully open but before they are fully dry, and hang upside down in a dark, well-ventilated area.

What's Included

150 seeds of Tom Thumb Mix Strawflower (Helichrysum bracteatum).