We’ve had strawflower (Xerochrysum bracteatum) each of the last few years and I really like it quite a lot. Also known as everlasting flower, it provides color over a really long period. The central part of the flower turns dark but the almost woody bracts keep their color. This year, we happened to come across this bright red variety. I have to say, it’s really a stunner. The yellow one is nice, but this one is just amazing. I think maybe next year I’ll get more than one. I don’t know that I could get tired of this color.
Red Strawflower
Posted under Flowers and Plants and tagged with Asteraceae, Bracteantha, Everlasting, Herbaceous Perennial, Red, Strawflower, Tender Perennial, Xerochrysum, Xerochrysum bracteatum
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Saturday, June 06, 2020, Red Strawflower
#asteraceae #bracteantha #everlasting #herbaceousperennial #red #strawflower #tenderperennial #xerochrysum #xerochrysumbracteatum
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#asteraceae #bracteantha #everlasting #herbaceousperennial #red #strawflower #tenderperennial #xerochrysum #xerochrysumbracteatum
See link to my blog in my bio, where there is more detail about each photo.