Overview
Helichrysum 'Wallaby Flame' is a bushy,trailing herbaceous perennial in the genus Helichrysum, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Helichrysum 'Wallaby Flame' 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 'Wallaby Flame' is an evergreen herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Helichrysum genus, known for its bushy and trailing habit. Like others in its genus, it thrives in full sun and prefers fertile, well-drained soils such as chalk, loam, or sand with neutral to alkaline pH. Suitable for a variety of garden settings including gravel, rock, coastal, and cottage gardens, it offers seasonal interest in spring and summer. This hardy plant is adaptable to both sheltered and exposed locations, making it a versatile choice for flower borders and city or courtyard gardens.
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 'Wallaby Flame' 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 'Wallaby Flame'
- 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 'Wallaby Flame'?
Helichrysum 'Wallaby Flame' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered and exposed positions.
What soil does Helichrysum 'Wallaby Flame' need?
Helichrysum 'Wallaby Flame' 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 'Wallaby Flame' hardy in the UK?
Helichrysum 'Wallaby Flame' 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 'Wallaby Flame'?
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
