Strawflower Seeds. Sow your strawflower seed in cell packs or flats press into soil but do not cover. Cut flowers as needed for arrangements and drying and deadhead any spent flowers.
The unusual papery flowers retain excellent color and form for dried floral arrangements or potpourri. The strawflower name does not disappoint. Surface sow seeds and press gently into soil as light aids germination.
Needs light to germinate.
May 17 2021 Its easy to plant strawflower seeds directly in the garden after youre sure all danger of frost has passed. Sow 6mm quarter-inch deep in seed tray or punnet using seed compost. Deadheading and flower harvesting throughout the growing season prevent seed formation and prolong flowering. Cut flowers as needed for arrangements and drying and deadhead any spent flowers.