Variety traits

Plant Height — Strawflower

Xerochrysum bracteatum (Vent.) Tzvelev

The plant height of Xerochrysum bracteatum varies from 20 to 100 cm depending on the breeding line, determining the agrotechnical use of the plant for commercial cut flower production or ornamental landscaping.

In the reference 7 varieties crop Strawflower, where this is mentioned in the description.

Plants of this species are divided into two main groups: dwarf and compact forms, reaching 20–40 cm in height, and medium-tall or tall forms, which can reach 60–100 cm. There is no unified standardized measurement method for this trait in this species, therefore the values are descriptive in nature.

Plant height is a determining parameter for target cultivation. Tall varieties with sturdy, erect flower stalks are most sought after for the commercial production of dried flowers, while low-growing forms are primarily used for border planting, container gardening, and terrace decoration.

General information about the subject — on the page Plant height.

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Varieties of Strawflower mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.