Strawflower Germination Period. Its easy to plant strawflower seeds directly in the garden after youre sure all danger of frost has passed. Strawflower plants are easy to grow.
Dig the soil to a depth of at least 8 to 10 inches 203-254 cm. Strawflower plants are easy to grow. They will do well in poor to average soils and tolerate heat and drought conditions.
When starting them time your indoor seed-starting about six to eight weeks prior to the last frost.
To start indoors plant several seeds each in peat pots. Described by tienne Pierre Ventenat in 1803 it was known as Helichrysum bracteatum for many years before being transferred to a new genus Xerochrysum in 1990. 7-10 days at 70-75F 21-24C. Sow Strawflower seeds covering them lightly with soil.