Overview
Craspedia globosa is a tufted annual biennial in the genus Craspedia, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 1-2 years. Craspedia globosa grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, bedding, cut flowers and flower borders and beds. It is native to Victoria.
About
Craspedia globosa, commonly known as drumsticks, is a tufted annual or biennial plant within the Asteraceae family. It features evergreen foliage and typically grows to a height of 0.5 to 1 metre with a spread of 0.1 to 0.5 metres, reaching full height within one to two years. Native to Victoria, this cultivar thrives in full sun on south- or west-facing, sheltered aspects. It prefers well-drained loam or sandy soils of varying pH, and it is notable for its interest during both summer and winter seasons.
About the genus
Craspedia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae commonly known as billy buttons, billy balls, and woollyheads. They are native to Australia and New Zealand where they grow in a variety of habitats from sea level to the Southern Alps. The genus is found in every state of Australia but not in the Northern Territory.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Craspedia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Craspedia globosa size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Annual Biennial
- Habit
- Tufted
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 1-2 years
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Bedding, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds
- Native to
- Victoria
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Craspedia globosa
- Propagation
- Seed
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, Snails
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Craspedia globosa?
Craspedia globosa prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Craspedia globosa need?
Craspedia globosa grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
How big does Craspedia globosa grow?
Craspedia globosa reaches a height of 0.5-1 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 1-2 years to reach full size.
Is Craspedia globosa hardy in the UK?
Craspedia globosa has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Craspedia globosa?
Seed.
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