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Winged Everlasting 'White'
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Winged Everlasting 'White'

Ammobium alatum grandiflorum
Full of individuality and charm, this heirloom flower has escaped modern efforts at hybridization and the often less-than-desirable results. Winged stems of bright grass green emerge in summer from the low rosette of leaves and curve gracefully upward. Small papery white bracts surround the golden centers of the flower, each flower remaining attractive for 1-2 weeks. The whole planting is abuzz with bees all summer!
SKU #S1272
$3.25
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Details
Approximate Seeds Per Packet
1050
Lifecycle
Annual
Annual Hardiness
Half Hardy Annual
Mature Size
2' h x 1' w
Sun
Full sun
Soil
Regular to rich, well-drained
Season
Summer
Color
White papery flowers with bright yellow centers.
Features
Great Cut Flower
Heat or Drought Tolerant
Attracts Bees
SOWING INSTRUCTIONS
Depth:
Barely cover (about 1/16").
Sprout Time:
5-20 days
Seed To Bloom:
12 weeks
Starting Indoors:
Sow indoors in pots 8-10 weeks before setting out after frost. Keep at 65-70°F .
Starting Outdoors:
Direct sow after last frost.
WHEN TO SET OUTSIDE
After the last springtime frost
PLACEMENT & CULTIVATION
Native to Australia, Ammobium is an interesting plant that grows in masses along borders and dry garden edges. It's weaving, winged, and almost succulent stems curve upwards to display papery, bright white flowers with golden centers at their very tips. Winged everlasting is a popular filler in bouquets and can also be dried for use as winter flowers. It looks especially nice when supported by the stiff stems of a golden gloriosa daisy, or mingling with Agrostemma 'Ocean Pearls'.
Final Spacing:
1'
Water Requirements:
Low Water Use
Watering Details:
Water during especially hot/dry spells
Soil pH:
Acidic to neutral
Fertilizer:
Mix in a few inches of compost prior to planting and supplement with an organic granular or liquid feed once or twice per month.
Diseases & Pests:
Does not tolerate damp/wet settings.
When to Cut for Bouquets:
Cut when flowers are 1/2 open.