Bracteantha Bracteata (Mohave Purple Red Strawflower)

Bracteantha Bracteata (Mohave Purple Red Strawflower) is a vibrant Australian native perennial valued for its rich purple-red, papery blooms that maintain their colour and shape even after drying. Its compact, bushy growth habit and fine grey-green foliage make it an excellent choice for adding bold, long-lasting colour to garden beds, borders, and mass plantings. Flowering continuously through the warmer months, this variety provides reliable seasonal impact while attracting bees and other beneficial pollinators to the garden.

Highly regarded for its toughness and low-maintenance performance, Strawflower thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, making it ideal for hot, dry, and waterwise landscapes. It performs exceptionally well in cottage gardens, coastal plantings, and containers, offering versatility across a range of garden styles. With its extended flowering period, striking colour, and excellent durability, Mohave Purple Red is a dependable choice for gardeners seeking effortless, high-impact colour throughout the season.