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King Size Orange
Flower
FlowerHelichrysum bracteatum
- Full sun
- Zones 1–11
- 75 days to maturity
- Flowers
- 24" spacing
- Low water
- Annual
Overview
Tall, well-branched plants produce double flowers 2-2 1/2" across. Blooms are fiery orange with hints of red and gold. Also known as bracted strawflower.
Planting
Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost, transplant after frost danger passes; or direct sow after all frost danger passes
Growing
Sun: full. Water: low. Soil: Well-draining; tolerates poor or sandy soil. Space plants 24" apart. Germination: 7–14 days.