Overview
Helichrysum 'Sussex Silver' is a bushy,trailing herbaceous perennial in the genus Helichrysum, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Helichrysum 'Sussex Silver' 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 'Sussex Silver' is a bushy, trailing herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Helichrysum genus, known for its evergreen foliage and papery flower heads. This plant thrives in full sun and is suitable for a variety of garden settings including gravel, rock, coastal, and cottage gardens. It prefers fertile, well-drained alkaline to neutral soils such as chalk, loam, or sand, and is hardy in UK zones H3 to H4. 'Sussex Silver' is particularly valued for its interest during spring and summer seasons.
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 'Sussex Silver' 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 'Sussex Silver'
- 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 'Sussex Silver'?
Helichrysum 'Sussex Silver' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered and exposed positions.
What soil does Helichrysum 'Sussex Silver' need?
Helichrysum 'Sussex Silver' 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 'Sussex Silver' hardy in the UK?
Helichrysum 'Sussex Silver' 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 'Sussex Silver'?
Rooting semi-hardwood cuttings,Seed.
More in the Helichrysum genus
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- Helichrysum amorginum 'Ember Glow'PBR
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- Helichrysum angustifolium 'Nanum'
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