Mixed Colors Strawflower
The Strawflower Mixed Colors, 'Helichrysum bracteatum', makes fantastic cut flowers.
5 inches across and come in white, bright shades of pink, red, yellow, and orange.
This dazzler will radiate color all over the garden.
Pinch them off if you cannot stand dry foliage.
Rock gardens will brighten up, mixed borders will glow, window boxes will shine.
The papery pom-pom like flowers are 2.
The colorful medley of strawflowers also is great for ever-lasting dried flowers.
Plant seeds as soon as the soil is warm and there is no danger of frost.
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Plant strawberries by digging a V-shaped hole about 8 inches deep. Spread the roots out, place the roots against the side of the hole, then push soil against the roots. As the plant sends out runner, trim all but the best six runners for an abundant crop.
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