Bracteantha (Strawflower) Life Cycle: Short-Lived Perennial Grown as Annual

Bracteantha (Xerochrysum bracteatum) is a short-lived perennial (2–3 years) native to Australia, but grown as an annual in most of the U.S.

Hardiness Reality

• Zones 8–9 only (Gulf Coast south).
• Tolerates light frost, not sustained freezes.
• In northern zones: treat as annual or container overwinter.

Growing Tips

• Full sun, sharp drainage.
• Deadhead for continuous "everlasting" papery flowers.
• Excellent for cutting/drying.

Enjoy as a long-blooming annual; don't expect garden return in cold climates.