About
This free-flowering annual, reaching 15-45cm, with compact form. It bears masses of blooms in purple. 'Purple Passion' is valued in garden settings.
About the genus
Xeranthemum are erect annuals with narrow, woolly leaves, and daisy-like flower-heads with papery bracts; suitable for dried flower arrangements
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers
Care notes
CultivationFertile moist soil, sun
PruningDeadhead regularly
PropagationSow spring
Pest resistanceAphids, slugs
Disease resistanceGrey mould