Overview
Helichrysum paralium is a bushy,trailing herbaceous perennial in the genus Helichrysum, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 2 metres tall. Helichrysum paralium 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
Ozothamnus turbinatus, the coast everlasting, is a shrub in the family Asteraceae, native to the states of New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania in Australia. It grows to between 1 and 2 metres in height.
About the genus
The genus Helichrysum consists of an estimated 600 species of flowering plants in the sunflower family (Asteraceae). The type species is Helichrysum orientale. They often go by the names everlasting, immortelle, and strawflower.
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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 paralium size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial, Bedding
- Habit
- Bushy,Trailing
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- 2 metres
- 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 paralium
- 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 paralium?
Helichrysum paralium prefers full sun. It suits sheltered and exposed positions.
What soil does Helichrysum paralium need?
Helichrysum paralium 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.
How big does Helichrysum paralium grow?
Helichrysum paralium reaches a height of 2 metres.
Is Helichrysum paralium hardy in the UK?
Helichrysum paralium 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 paralium?
Rooting semi-hardwood cuttings,Seed.
More in the Helichrysum genus
- Helichrysum OrientaleEverlasting
- Helichrysum italicum microphyllumCurry Plant
- Helichrysum 'Sulphur Light'
- Helichrysum IschiaEverlasting