Bracteantha Granvia Crimson Sun

 Bracteantha 'Granvia Crimson Sun' Growing Guide

Plant Description:  

Bracteantha 'Granvia Crimson Sun' is a stunning variety of the strawflower (Xerochrysum bracteatum), prized for its large, vibrant crimson-red flowers with yellow centers. The blooms have a papery texture, resembling straw, and retain their beauty even when dried, making them ideal for floral arrangements. This plant has a bushy, upright growth habit and blooms from spring through fall, offering long-lasting color in the garden.

Native Range:  

Strawflowers are native to Australia, where they grow in sunny, well-drained areas. They are known for their heat and drought tolerance.

Growing Zones:  

Best suited for USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11. However, it can be grown as an annual in cooler regions.

Height and Width:  

- Height: 2 to 3 feet  

- Width: 1 to 2 feet  

It has a compact, upright growth habit, making it perfect for both garden beds and containers.

Growing Conditions:  

- Light: Prefers full sun for the best flower production and vibrant colors.  

- Soil: Thrives in well-draining soil, particularly sandy or loamy types. Ensure the soil does not retain excessive moisture to avoid root rot.  

- Water: Requires regular watering, especially during the blooming season, but allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. It is drought-tolerant once established.  

- Temperature: Tolerates heat well, making it ideal for warmer climates. It can handle mild frost but will need protection in colder temperatures.

Uses:  

- Ornamental: Excellent in garden borders, rock gardens, or as a focal point in flower beds due to its bold color and long-lasting blooms.  

- Container Plant: Perfect for containers, hanging baskets, or window boxes, where its bright flowers can be enjoyed up close.  

- Cut and Dried Flowers: The papery blooms are ideal for cutting and drying, retaining their shape and color for floral arrangements and crafts.  

- Pollinator Garden: Attracts butterflies and other pollinators, making it a great addition to pollinator-friendly landscapes.

With its striking color and low maintenance requirements, Bracteantha 'Granvia Crimson Sun' is a versatile plant that adds long-lasting beauty to a variety of garden settings.

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Arizona: Juglans spp. (Walnut)  

California: Castanea spp. (Chestnut), Juglans spp. (Walnut), Pinus spp. (Pine), Quercus spp. (Oak)  

Colorado: Some counties restrict Prunus spp. (Cherry, Peach, Plum). Please verify your local county regulations.  

Florida: Castanea spp. (Chestnut), Cornus spp. (Dogwood), Quercus spp. (Oak), Cornus mas (Cornelian Cherry)  

Georgia: Vaccinium spp. (Blueberry, American Cranberry)  

Hawaii: Pinus spp. (Pine)  

Idaho: Humulus lupulus (Hops), Mentha spp. (Mint), Vitis spp. (Grape)  

Indiana: Fragraria spp. (Strawberry), Rosa spp. (Rose)  

Kansas: Juglans spp. (Walnut)  

Michigan: Abies spp. (Fir), Vaccinium spp. (Blueberry, American Cranberry, Lingonberry)  

Montana: Pinus spp. (Pine)  

Nevada: Allium spp. (Chives, Flowering Onion), Mentha spp. (Mint)  

New Jersey: Rosa spp. (Rose)  

New York: Vitis spp. (Grape)  

Oregon: Allium spp. (Chives, Flowering Onion), Castanea spp. (Chestnut), Corylus spp. (Hazelnut), Humulus lupulus (Hops), Quercus spp. (Oak), Sambucus nigra (European Elderberry), Ulmus spp. (Elm), Vaccinium spp. (Blueberry, American Cranberry), Vitis spp. (Grape)  

Texas: Juglans spp. (Walnut)  

Washington: Allium spp. (Chives, Flowering Onion), Castanea spp. (Chestnut), Corylus spp. (Hazelnut), Humulus lupulus (Hops), Vaccinium spp. (Blueberry, American Cranberry, Lingonberry), Vitis spp. (Grape)  

Wisconsin: Abies spp. (Fir), Pinus spp. (Pine), Picea spp. (Spruce), Mentha spp. (Mint)  

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