LIFE CYCLE
Annual
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Distinctive
GROWTH HABIT
Upright
BLOOM SEASON
Summer
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Not applicable
SUITABLE FOR
out door
SEED TYPE
Open-pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Ornamental
PLANTING SEASON
Spring to summer
FRUIT SIZE
Not applicable
PLANT HEIGHT
60–90 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full sun
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
warm
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
25–30 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
1–2 cm
GROWING CONDITIONS
Well-drained soil
Frequently Asked Questions
Can American Basket Flower create a wildflower meadow effect?
Can American Basket Flower create a wildflower meadow effect?
Yes. Its tall stems and large blooms make it a striking addition to naturalized meadows, prairie gardens, and roadside-style plantings.
Why is it called American Basket Flower?
Why is it called American Basket Flower?
The flower buds are surrounded by distinctive woven-looking bracts that resemble a small basket, giving the plant its common name.
Do the flowers have a noticeable fragrance?
Do the flowers have a noticeable fragrance?
Yes. The large blooms produce a light, sweet honey-like fragrance that adds interest to the garden during flowering.
Will American Basket Flower return on its own next season?
Will American Basket Flower return on its own next season?
Yes. As an annual, it readily self-seeds under suitable conditions, allowing new plants to appear in future growing seasons.
Can the dried flower heads provide winter garden interest?
Can the dried flower heads provide winter garden interest?
Yes. The distinctive basket-like seed heads remain attractive after flowering and add texture to seasonal garden displays.
Can American Basket Flower be grown without thorny stems?
Can American Basket Flower be grown without thorny stems?
Yes. Although the blooms resemble thistles, the plant does not have the sharp spines typically associated with true thistles.