Strawflower
Also called everlasting
(Helichrysum)
 
Two- to 3-inch, daisy-like, double flowers on 2-foot stalks.  Red, salmon, purple, yellow, white.
 
Soil and Light
Full sun.  Tolerant of all soil types kept dry.
 
Planting
Sow inside 6 to 8 weeks early, or outside when soil warms.
 
Comments
Use in both fresh and dried bouquets.  Dried flowers hold color well.