Xeranthemum Seeds – Annuum

Enhance your garden with the timeless beauty of Xeranthemum Annuum Seeds, a classic annual variety admired for its papery, daisy-like blossoms that hold their color and shape long after harvest. Known commonly as the Everlasting Flower, Xeranthemum Annuum produces vibrant blooms in shades of lavender, pink, and white — perfect for both fresh and dried floral arrangements.

This easy-to-grow, drought-tolerant plant thrives in sunny areas with well-drained soil, making it an excellent choice for borders, wildflower gardens, and cutting beds. With its delicate, long-lasting flowers, Xeranthemum Annuum brings enduring charm and a touch of vintage elegance to any landscape.

Features

• Produces long-lasting, papery blooms in lavender, pink, and white

• Known as “Everlasting Flower” for its ability to retain color when dried

• Excellent for dried bouquets, floral crafts, and border displays

• Easy to grow and drought-tolerant once established

• Non-GMO, heirloom-quality seeds

• Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies

Specifications

• Common Name: Everlasting Flower

• Scientific Name: Xeranthemum annuum

• Plant Type: Annual flowering plant

• Sun Exposure: Full sun (minimum 6 hours daily)

• Soil Type: Light, sandy, well-drained soil (pH 6.0–7.5)

• Germination Time: 10–14 days

• Days to Maturity: 70–90 days after sowing

• Plant Height: 18–24 inches

• Spacing: 8–12 inches apart

• Watering Needs: Low to moderate; prefers drier conditions

• Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 3–9 (grown as an annual)

• Planting Season:

  • Indoor Sowing: March–April (in cooler climates)

  • Outdoor Planting: April–June (after last frost)

• Blooming Season: Summer to early fall (June–September)