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Granvia Crimson Sun Strawflower
Xerochrysum bracteatum 'Crimson Sun'
SKU #47640
A supersized Strawflower, with flowers twice the size of the typical varieties! Blooms rise above the lush green foliage on sturdy stems, featuring many layers of small, crimson-red, pointed petals surrounding a bright yellow center. Fabulous in containers and an ideal cut flower. Resistant to mildew. A short-lived perennial where hardy, returning for 2 to 3 years; excellent annual color elsewhere.
LIGHT: Full sun
WATER: Water when top inch of soil is dry.
SIZE: Reaches 18 to 30 in. tall, 18 to 24 in. wide.
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| Bloom Time | Spring through fall |
|---|---|
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Improved Pest and Disease Resistance |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Care Instructions | Provide well-draining soil and full sun. Prefers hot summers but does not do well in high humidity. Does not like soggy soil. Feed monthly with a balanced flower fertilizer. Deadhead as needed. A short lived perennial in zone 8 and above, returning for two or three years. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring through fall |
|---|---|
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Improved Pest and Disease Resistance |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.