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Golden Yellow
Flower
FlowerHelichrysum bracteatum
- Full sun
- Zones 1–11
- 75 days to maturity
- Flowers
- 9" spacing
- Low water
- Annual
Overview
Golden Yellow is an heirloom flower variety prized for its vibrant golden-yellow blooms that mature in 75-85 days. This ornamental thrives in full sun and tolerates poor soils with minimal fertility requirements, making it an excellent choice for challenging garden spaces. The variety is notably easy to grow, requiring minimal maintenance while delivering cheerful color throughout the season.
Planting
Surface sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost (needs light to germinate), or direct sow after frost when soil reaches 65°F
Growing
Sun: full. Water: low. Soil: Well-drained, average fertility; tolerates poor soils. Space plants 9" apart. Germination: 7-14 days.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, thrips. Common diseases: Powdery mildew, root rot, downy mildew.