Overview
Helichrysum scorpioides is a trailing herbaceous perennial in the genus Helichrysum, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Helichrysum scorpioides grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include patio and container plants.
About
It was previously known as Helichrysum scorpioides. Coronidium scorpioides, commonly known as button everlasting, is a perennial, herbaceous shrub in the family Asteraceae and is found in eastern Australia. It has sessile, egg-shaped to lance-shaped leaves, solitary heads of usually pale or lemon-yellow flowers and narrowly cylindrical achenes. In the wild it grows across Tasmania, Queensland, South Australia, Victoria and Australia. Grow it in full sun and most soil types. In UK gardens it is half-hardy and may need winter protection in colder areas (RHS H3). It works well for patio and container plants. It tolerates alkaline and neutral soils, well-drained conditions and south-facing, west-facing and east-facing aspects.
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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
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Helichrysum scorpioides size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial, Bedding
- Habit
- Trailing
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Helichrysum scorpioides
- Propagation
- Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to honey fungus in gardens where it is present but insufficient data to determine degree of susceptibility. May also be susceptible to downy mildews and powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Helichrysum scorpioides?
Helichrysum scorpioides prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Helichrysum scorpioides need?
Helichrysum scorpioides 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 scorpioides hardy in the UK?
Helichrysum scorpioides has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Helichrysum scorpioides?
Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings.
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
