Overview
Helichrysum graveolens is a bushy,trailing herbaceous perennial in the genus Helichrysum, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Helichrysum graveolens 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 graveolens is a herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Helichrysum genus, known for its bushy and trailing habit. This evergreen plant thrives in full sun and is suitable for a variety of garden settings including gravel and rock gardens, as well as coastal and cottage gardens. It prefers well-drained alkaline to neutral soils such as chalk, loam, or sand, and can be grown in both sheltered and exposed locations. Hardy in UK zones H3 to H4, it is best planted after the last frost in fertile soil and can be propagated by rooting semi-hardwood cuttings or seed. Its season of interest includes winter.
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 graveolens 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 graveolens
- 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 graveolens?
Helichrysum graveolens prefers full sun. It suits sheltered and exposed positions.
What soil does Helichrysum graveolens need?
Helichrysum graveolens 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 graveolens hardy in the UK?
Helichrysum graveolens 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 graveolens?
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 apiculatumcommon everlasting flower
- Helichrysum arenariumyellow everlasting flower
