{"product_id":"strawflower","title":"Seeds - Strawflowers","description":"\u003cp\u003eStrawflowers are classic summer annuals, cherished for their brightly colored, papery blooms that retain their shape and hue long after drying. Each well-branched plant produces an abundance of 4-6 cm flowers in a magnificent range of colors, making them an excellent choice for pollinator gardens and floral projects alike. Hardy and drought-tolerant, they thrive in poor soils and full sun, offering a highly rewarding crop for both ornament and floristry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can you grow Strawflowers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStrawflowers grow well in zones 3-9 and prefer full sun and well-drained soil. They are ideal for xeriscaping, flower beds, pollinator gardens, and cut flower gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory and Historical Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNative to Australia, strawflowers (\u003cem\u003eXerochrysum bracteatum\u003c\/em\u003e) have long been cultivated as ornamental plants for their beauty and resilience. Their papery texture and vibrant colors have made them a staple in dried flower arrangements and floral art. Their longevity earned them the nickname \"everlasting flowers.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZones 8-9: Direct sow after the last frost or start indoors for earlier blooming.\u003cbr\u003eZones 5-7: Start indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost, then transplant.\u003cbr\u003eZones 3-4: Start indoors early then transplant after hardening off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1842\" data-start=\"1583\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest Strawflowers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds on the surface of moist soil and press lightly—do not cover.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water gently and regularly until established; drought-tolerant once mature.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick flowers just before they fully open for drying; harvest fresh as needed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deadhead to prolong blooming; generally no staking is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Tips for Future Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow some flowers to fully open and produce seeds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest seed heads when dry and papery.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrying and Cleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove seeds and dry further before storage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place; viability of 2-4 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53644642320752,"sku":"MF-FLOWER-044","price":5.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/0801\/8032\/files\/Immortelles_strawflowers.png?v=1777326330","url":"https:\/\/www.biocos.ca\/en-br\/products\/strawflower","provider":"Biocos Canada ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}