Craspedia

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Craspedia ‘Sun Ball’ Plugs
Available in 72-cell trays, 128-cell trays (charged as 100), and 200-cell trays (charged as 162)

A modern favorite for fresh and dried arrangements, Sun Ball produces dense, golden globes atop wiry, upright stems. These whimsical blooms add geometric texture and cheerful contrast to bouquets, with excellent vase life and strong performance in heat. Native to Australia and New Zealand, Craspedia is often grown as an annual in temperate zones but may perennialize in Zone 9 and warmer.

🌿 Growing Notes

  • Season: Spring-planted for midsummer to fall bloom

  • Height: 24–30"

  • Spacing: 10–12"

  • Conditions:

  • Full sun; prefers lean, well-drained soil

  • Transplant when plugs are well-rooted

  • Slow to start—don’t be discouraged by sparse foliage early on

  • Benefits from grid support for straight stems

  • Drought-tolerant once established

✂️ Uses & Benefits

Excellent for fresh and dried bouquet work

  • Long vase life; retains color when dried

  • Adds playful structure and contrast to soft-toned designs

  • Performs well in field or tunnel production

  • Minimal pest pressure; low-maintenance once established

Craspedia ‘Sun Ball’ Plugs
Available in 72-cell trays, 128-cell trays (charged as 100), and 200-cell trays (charged as 162)

A modern favorite for fresh and dried arrangements, Sun Ball produces dense, golden globes atop wiry, upright stems. These whimsical blooms add geometric texture and cheerful contrast to bouquets, with excellent vase life and strong performance in heat. Native to Australia and New Zealand, Craspedia is often grown as an annual in temperate zones but may perennialize in Zone 9 and warmer.

🌿 Growing Notes

  • Season: Spring-planted for midsummer to fall bloom

  • Height: 24–30"

  • Spacing: 10–12"

  • Conditions:

  • Full sun; prefers lean, well-drained soil

  • Transplant when plugs are well-rooted

  • Slow to start—don’t be discouraged by sparse foliage early on

  • Benefits from grid support for straight stems

  • Drought-tolerant once established

✂️ Uses & Benefits

Excellent for fresh and dried bouquet work

  • Long vase life; retains color when dried

  • Adds playful structure and contrast to soft-toned designs

  • Performs well in field or tunnel production

  • Minimal pest pressure; low-maintenance once established

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