Xerochrysum ‘Wallaby Orange’ – Everlasting Daisy

Xerochrysum bracteatum paper daisy 'Wallaby Orange'

Xerochrysum bracteatum 'Wallaby Orange'

The mass flower displays on a lovely, compact mounding growth habit, coupled with small dark green leaves and glowing orange red everlasting flowers that attract butterflies make this an excellent garden plant. A great rockery, border or pot plant. It performs best in full sun but will tolerate light shade. Keep the water up to it, especially during the flowering period, as dry soil conditions will reduce the flowering. The silky, papery flowers are great for drying and can last for years when dried properly. Pick in bud and hang upside down till dry.

Family : Asteraceae

Cultivar Name: Wallaby Orange

Plant Type : Ground cover

Width : 0.5

Flowering Time : Spring, Summer, Autumn

Soil Type : Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix

Climate Zone : Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Mound-shaped

Soil Moisture : Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage

Special Uses : Cut flower, Pipe and drain friendly, Playground friendly

Scientific Name: Xerochrysum

Common Name : Everlasting Daisy

Height : 0.5

Flower Color : Orange, Gold

pH Level : Acid, Neutral

Plant Environment : Courtyard, Container growing, Cottage garden, Flower garden, Coastal garden, Wildflower meadow

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial, Short lived

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Butterflies, Other insects