Overview
Helichrysum apiculatum is a bushy,trailing herbaceous perennial in the genus Helichrysum, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Helichrysum apiculatum grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4,H3. Suggested uses include gravel garden, rock garden, city and courtyard gardens, coastal, cottage and informal garden and flower borders and beds.
About
Helichrysum apiculatum, commonly known as common everlasting flower or Tasmanian everlasting, is a herbaceous perennial within the Helichrysum genus, which includes annuals, perennials, and shrubs noted for their gray-haired leaves and papery flower heads. This cultivar has a bushy, trailing habit with evergreen foliage and thrives in full sun on well-drained alkaline or neutral soils such as chalk, loam, or sand. Hardy in UK zones H3 to H4, it is suitable for a variety of garden settings including gravel, rock, coastal, and cottage gardens, and is best planted after the last frost in fertile soil. It is of particular interest in winter and can be propagated by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Helichrysum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered, Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H4,H3
Plant details
Helichrysum apiculatum size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial, Bedding
- Habit
- Bushy,Trailing
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Gravel garden, Rock garden, City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Helichrysum apiculatum
- Propagation
- Rooting semi-hardwood cuttings,Seed
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to honey fungus,downy mildews,powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Helichrysum apiculatum?
Helichrysum apiculatum prefers full sun. It suits sheltered and exposed positions.
What soil does Helichrysum apiculatum need?
Helichrysum apiculatum is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Helichrysum apiculatum hardy in the UK?
Helichrysum apiculatum has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Helichrysum apiculatum?
Rooting semi-hardwood cuttings,Seed.
More in the Helichrysum genus
- Helichrysumeverlasting flower
- Helichrysum 'Roundabout'
- Helichrysum amorginum 'Amber Cluster'PBR
- Helichrysum amorginum 'Ember Glow'PBR
- Helichrysum angustifolium 'Mini'
- Helichrysum angustifolium 'Nanum'
- Helichrysum arenariumyellow everlasting flower
- Helichrysum elatumwhite paper daisy
