Craspedia consists of annuals and perennials characterized by simple leaves, which may exhibit a white hairiness, arranged in basal rosettes. These plants produce long-stalked, densely packed flower heads that are shaped like hemispheres.

Craspedia

Craspedia alpina from Tasmania

Craspedia chrysantha

Craspedia glauca is a short-lived evergreen perennial characterized by a rosette of densely hairy, grey-green foliage. During the summer months, it produces compact, rounded clusters of yellow blooms on sturdy stems that can reach up to 40 cm in height. This plant thrives in rock gardens, troughs, or alpine houses.

Craspedia glauca

Craspedia globosa is a perennial plant that is frequently cultivated as an annual. It develops a clump of slender, silvery-green leaves that are covered in fine hairs. During the summer, it sends up upright stems that reach up to 60 cm in height, each crowned with a round flower head that can measure up to 3 cm in diameter. These yellow blooms are suitable for both fresh arrangements and drying purposes.

Craspedia globosa

Craspedia globosa 'Dpbalglobe'PBR

Craspedia globosa Golf Beauty ('Dcragolfby'PBR)

Craspedia globosa Paintball Pop ('Dpbalpop'PBR)

Craspedia hispidula

Craspedia incana

Craspedia lanata

Craspedia lanata var. elongata

Craspedia uniflora

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