Helipterum roseum (Acroclinium) – White: timeless, durable strawflower for fresh and dried arrangements

Helipterum roseum White, also known as Acroclinium or strawflower, is a beautiful and versatile flower that looks great in both fresh bouquets and dried flower arrangements. The White variety stands out with its bright, pure white flowers and papery texture, making it popular with florists, hobby gardeners, and cut flower growers who want long-lasting flowers with a striking and elegant appearance.

Thanks to its strong stems and compact flower heads, White is ideal for cut flowers, dried bouquets, and creative floral designs. The flowers retain their color and shape excellently, even after drying, making White a perfect choice for long-lasting arrangements and decorations.

Pure white flowers with a papery texture

White's flowers radiate brightness and elegance. The papery texture of the petals ensures the flowers retain their shape, whether fresh or dried. This neutral, pure white color is ideal for combining with other Helipterum or Helichrysum varieties, as well as with cut flowers in pastel or bright shades.

White offers a perfect balance between simplicity and striking beauty, making the variety suitable for both classic and modern bouquets and arrangements.

Ideal for fresh and dried applications

Fresh cut flowers

• Sturdy stems and compact flowers with a long vase life.

• Pure white colour gives a fresh and elegant look.

• Perfect for field bouquets, picking gardens and combination bouquets.

Dried flowers

• Helipterum retains shape and colour exceptionally well after drying.

• White is ideal for dried bouquets, wreaths, flower clouds and wall decorations.

• For best results, the flowers are harvested when they are approximately two-thirds open, so that the shape and colour remain optimal.

Cultivation characteristics and ease of cultivation

Helipterum roseum White is profusely flowering and easy to grow, making it suitable for both amateur and professional gardeners. The plant thrives in a sunny, well-drained location and has moderate water requirements.

Important cultivation characteristics

• Height: 50–70 cm

• Location: full sun

• Soil: well-drained, slightly nutritious

• Water requirement: moderate, tolerates drought

• Flowering period: June to September

• Uses: cut flowers, dried flowers, picking garden, borders

Topping young shoots and regularly harvesting flowers will encourage flowering, keeping the plant floriferous and producing multiple stems per season.

Versatile applications in garden, picking garden and flower art

White is not only suitable for bouquets and dried flowers, but also makes an elegant addition to borders and cut flower gardens. The pure white flowers attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, creating a bright, harmonious accent in the garden.

Ideal applications:

• Pick-your-own gardens and field bouquets

• Summer borders and prairie planting

• Dried flower fields

• Demonstration and educational gardens

• Floral art and creative projects

The compact and profusely flowering plants create a uniform and attractive field of colour.

Why choose Helipterum roseum White?

• Pure white flowers for an elegant and fresh look

• Paper petals that retain their shape and color after drying

• Sturdy stems and compact flower heads

• Richly flowering and easy to grow

• Ideal for fresh bouquets, dried flowers and picking gardens

• Attracts pollinators and supports biodiversity

• Versatile in use in gardens, picking gardens and creative flower projects