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Drumstick Flower Craspedia Seeds

Drumstick Flower Craspedia Seeds

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~0.08 g (~110 seeds)
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'A florist favorite, craspedia adds intrigue to the garden with clusters of sunny orbs and is dazzling in cut or dried arrangements. The blooms may look delicate, but the plants are tough, tolerating drought, heat, and heavy, poor soil. This pollinator-attracting flower is commonly known in its native countries of New Zealand and Australia as Billy buttons. Perennial in USDA zones 8–11 and warmer, often grown as an annual. In perennial areas, good drainage is required in winter.

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Variety Info

Family: Asteraceae

Hardiness: Perennial in USDA zones 8–11, usually grown as an annual

Exposure: Full sun

Bloom Period: Summer

Plant Dimensions: 24"–30" tall, and 12"–18" wide

Variety Info: 1" globes made up of over 100 tiny, mustard-yellow flowers on long stems

Attributes: Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant, Cut Flower

Sowing Info

When to Sow Outside: 2 to 4 weeks after your average last frost date, when soil has warmed.

When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date. Ideal temperature for germination is 65°–85°F.

Days to Emerge: 15–30 Days

Seed Depth: ⅛"

Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 12"

Thinning: When 3" tall, thin to 1 every 12"

Growing Info

Harvesting: For longest vase life, or for drying, harvest in the morning, choosing flowers that are fully colored. Change vase water frequently.

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  • Lorena ..
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    May 26, 2024
    5 Stars

    Billy balls! Germination was easy and I put them in the ground last year, only had a few blooms but they have sure taken off this year!

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Beginner
  • Lori S.
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Jan 2, 2025
    5 Stars

    Love gardening

  • Melissa H.
    Verified Buyer
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    May 3, 2024
    5 Stars

    Seeds germinated easily and are growing nicely!

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate
  • Kirsten D.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Apr 12, 2024
    5 Stars

    Great germination & every plant made it to maturity! Very happy with these! Terrific cut flower and fun to grow.

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Beginner
  • Lita Lynn K.
    Verified Buyer
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Mar 18, 2024
    5 Stars

    I’m in zone 8b Seattle area. I started seeds indoors and they appear to be doing well. Thank you for making them available.

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate