Ammobium Aaltum Grandiflorum

Ammobium Aaltum Grandiflorum Seeds

Ammobium alatum Grandiflorum, commonly known as Winged Everlasting, is a charming ornamental plant valued for its long lasting papery white flowers with golden yellow centers. The upright stems carry numerous daisy-like blooms that remain attractive both fresh and dried.

This fast growing annual thrives in sunny locations and well-drained soil. The flowers hold their shape and color when dried, making this plant a favorite for dried flower arrangements and winter bouquets. It also attracts bees and other beneficial pollinators to the garden.

• Key Features
• White papery flowers with bright yellow centers.
• Excellent for fresh and dried flower arrangements.
• Fast growing ornamental annual.
• Long lasting blooms on upright stems.
• Suitable for cutting gardens and borders.

Plant Information

• Height: 60–80 cm
• Spread: 30–40 cm
• Plant type: Annual
• Flowering: First year
• Sun: Full sun
• Soil: Well drained soil
• Water: Moderate
• Flower color: Golden yellow

Seed Germination

• Seed depth: Lightly cover seeds
• Germination time: 10–20 days
• Ideal germination temperature: 15–18°C

Growing Tips

• Sow seeds directly in the garden or start indoors during the cool growing season. Transplant or thin seedlings once established, spacing plants about 30–40 cm apart.
• Harvest flowers for drying when blooms are fully open but before the centers darken.

Gulf Planting Season

• Best sowing time in the Gulf: September – December
• Transplanting: October – January
• Expected flowering: February – May

Garden Uses

• Cut flower gardens
• Dried flower arrangements
• Borders
• Wildflower style plantings
• Landscape planting