About
A large, evergreen tree or shrub from Mexico and Central America with dark green, elliptic to lance-shaped, leathery leaves and small, greenish-white flowers in spring followed by large, black-purple, elliptic berries. A handsome foliage plant for a warm, frost-free, sheltered garden or cool glasshouse.
About the genus
Helichrysum can be annuals, herbaceous or evergreen perennials or shrubs, usually with grey-hairy foliage and papery everlasting flower-heads
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.