Irish Poet Tassel Flower is a vibrant heirloom annual that brings an unexpected burst of color to summer and fall gardens. This member of the Asteraceae family produces delicate, tassel-like flower heads in shades of coral-red to scarlet, blooming reliably from seed to flower in 70 to 84 days. Reaching just 12 to 24 inches tall with a compact 8-inch spread, it thrives in full sun across zones 10 and 11, and once established, it handles dry conditions with ease. The plant's low water needs and persistent flowering make it a sun-loving gardener's dream for season-long color with minimal fuss.
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10-11
24in H x 8in W
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Moderate
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These delicate, feathery flowers attract pollinators throughout the warmest months, from June through November, while the plant's drought tolerance means it shrugs off heat and dry spells that would stress other annuals. The tassel-like blooms are surprisingly long-lasting, both in the garden and as cut flowers, making this a choice variety for those seeking continuous color without constant deadheading. Its compact stature and narrow spread fit perfectly into tight garden spaces, containers, and mixed beds where taller annuals might overwhelm neighboring plants.
Irish Poet Tassel Flower is grown primarily for its ornamental value, contributing vibrant color to flower borders, cottage gardens, and cut flower arrangements throughout the summer and fall seasons.
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Sow seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before your last frost date. Keep soil temperature between 60 and 70°F for best germination. Seeds will sprout in 7 to 14 days.
Transplant seedlings outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed. Space plants 8 inches apart.
Direct sowing is recommended after all danger of frost has passed. Sow seeds directly where plants are to grow.
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