Helichrysum amorginum 'Ruby Cluster' is an extremely attractive plant, forming a small mound of narrow, felty grey leaves. In spring, ruby-red buds appear, which open to pink flowers that eventually fade to white. It’s perfect for planting at the front of a sunny border or gravel garden, and is well suited to growing in a pot.
Grow Helichrysum amorginum 'Ruby Cluster' in well-drained soil in full sun. Add course grit to the planting hole to improve drainage if necessary, and don’t over-water. In colder regions you may need to offer protection against winter wet.
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Helichrysum ‘Ruby cluster’ and wildlife
Helichrysum ‘Ruby cluster’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
Is Helichrysum ‘Ruby cluster’ poisonous?
Helichrysum ‘Ruby cluster’ has no toxic effects reported.
No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
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Is not known to attract Cats
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Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
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Is not known to attract Livestock
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Is not known to attract People
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Plants that go well with Helichrysum 'Ruby Cluster'