Strawflower charms all with its rustling ruffs of papery bracts that expand around golden pollen-filled centers. This everlasting flower has handsome dark green leaves and is a heat-tolerant addition to well-drained soils in the mid-border and cutting gardens. Pinch when setting out or at 1' tall for increased branching and deadhead for neatness and continuing blooms. Cut as the buds open, removing foliage and hanging upside down in a dark airy environment until dry. Wire can hold the dry flower if it separates from the stem.