Billy Buttons (Craspedia) Flower Seeds

Description

Billy Buttons, also known as Craspedia, Billy Balls, or Drumsticks, are striking and cheerful flowers popular in gardens and floral arrangements.
Unique Shape: Billy Buttons are easily recognizable by their perfectly round, globe-shaped flower heads that resemble small yellow balls. Bright Yellow Color: They boast a vibrant golden-yellow hue that adds a cheerful pop of color to any setting. Woolly Foliage: They typically have clumps of narrow, silvery-green woolly leaves. Size: Plants can reach a height of 50-70cm.
Preferred Conditions: They thrive in full sun and prefer well-drained soil, tolerating a variety of soil types.
Hardiness: They are drought-tolerant and can withstand heat and light frosts.
Propagation: They can be propagated from seed or by dividing established clumps.
Care: Craspedia are relatively low-maintenance, requiring moderate watering and occasional feeding during the growing season.
Medicinal Properties: Traditionally, they were used by indigenous Australians for their potential anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Landscaping and Gardening: They are a popular choice for borders, rockeries, containers, and gardens of various styles, including native, coastal, cottage, and low-maintenance gardens.
Floral Arrangements: They are a favorite among florists and gardeners for their ability to add a unique texture and vibrant yellow color to bouquets, centerpieces, and other arrangements.