To successfully grow Everlastings; ‘First clear area from weeds and control snails. Everlastings can’t compete and pests can wipe out display in a few nights. In order to get better disperal of seed, mix it with sharp sand before spreading. Lightly cover seed with soil or rake. Either tread seed or roll seed into soil. […]
Everlastings, like all plants, would also prefer protection from various harsh weather events, thus appreciate some pea hay, or mulch. Everlastings should either be planted on top of the soil surface, or gently raked in, but not buried. Mulch can then be placed very lightly on top of the Everlastings, being very careful not to […]
It is recommended to plant at the rate of 1 g/ 1 m². This allows for perfect plant competition, shading, access to nutrition and water, and the density for the visual appearance of this site. If sowing a pot plant, just a pinch is enough, as too many seeds may dehydrate the pot plant causing […]
A soil that is not compacted is friable (crumbly) and is the main reason for productive Everlasting growth and establishment. Friable soils have better aeration, allowing the roots to explore to access nutrients and moisture freely. If your Everlastings are short and stunted, soil compaction may be an issue. To facilitate this problem, you may […]
Soil nutrition is responsible for Everlastings that look full, tall and bright. Soil nutrition is also responsible for wheat crops that look healthy and yield well. The formula is the same, they require potassium and nitrogen and a small amount of phosphorus to grow their best. Most native plants love potassium and nitrogen, so these […]
Everlastings can be sown at any time of year if you have a water supply. It is not recommended, however, to plant during the hot summer months as any germinating plant will struggle. It is best to plant during a regular growing season from April-May to August. If you plant in Feb-March and supply optimal […]
Everlastings, like any plant grown from seed, are highly susceptible to pests. Slugs and snails are the most problematic, followed by rabbits. The best method is prevention. Be aware of the problems you may encounter and take steps to eliminate predation. Slugs and Snail control If you have a garden with snails and slugs, then you […]
Weeds in any farming situation, are the NUMBER ONE consideration. In broadacre agriculture the research and funding placed into developing new chemicals and methods is substantial, so progress is fast, however with growing Everlastings, these recommendations are not available.. so it is a little bit of trial and error! Everlastings are in the family ‘Asteraceae’, […]
