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Helichrysum italicum
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Curry plantShrubFamily: Asteraceae
- Height: 60cmSpread: 80cm
- Hardy
Flower colour:
Yellow
Foliage colour:
Silver
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Position
Sun Exposure:
Full sun
Aspect:
South facing, west facing
Soil
Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy
As the common name suggests, the narrow, silvery-grey leaves of the curry plant, Helichrysum italicum, strongly of curry. It's a dense, dwarf sub-shrub bearing small, bright yellow flowers throughout summer.
For best results grow Helichrysum italicum in a sunny, sheltered position in well-drained soil. Prune regularly to maintain a compact plant.
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Helichrysum ‘Italicum’ and wildlife
Helichrysum ‘Italicum’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Helichrysum ‘Italicum’ poisonous?
Helichrysum ‘Italicum’ has no toxic effects reported.
No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
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