Craspedia - Billy Buttons
Craspedia - Billy Buttons
This unexpected and unique flower boasts perfectly round, fuzzy, bright yellow globes that emerge from clusters of slender, grass green foliage. It can be harvested for both fresh and dried floral arrangements.
50 seeds
KEY GROWING INFORMATION
DAYS TO GERMINATION:
14-18 days at 70-75°F (21-24°C)
SOWING:
Transplant (recommended) - Sow 6-8 weeks before planting out. Cover seeds lightly.
LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.
PLANT HEIGHT:
24-30". Support may be needed to ensure straight stems.
PLANT SPACING:
9-12".
HARDINESS ZONES:
Zones 8-11.
HARVEST:
Fresh or dried: When flower heads are fully open and uniformly golden. Hang to dry.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Average soil with good drainage.
USES:
Excellent cut and dried flower. Beds, borders, and mass plantings.
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Craspedia globosa