helichrysum petiolare nz
Helichrysum petiolare nz, commonly known as Liquorice Plant or Silver Bush, is cherished in New Zealand gardens for its soft, silvery foliage and trailing habit. Native to South Africa, this versatile evergreen perennial thrives in our temperate climate, making it a staple for coastal gardens, containers, rockeries, and as a shimmering groundcover. Popular for its easy-care nature and drought tolerance, Helichrysum petiolare adds texture and contrast to garden designs, and pairs beautifully with many companion plants.
Helichrysum petiolare (Licorice Plant)
Licorice Plant, Trailing Dusty Miller
Helichrysum petiolare, commonly known as the Licorice plant, is a popular, evergreen shrub that is often used as a groundcover. It produces long stems that host small and rounded, grey-silver leaves. The leaves are complemented with cream-coloured flowers in summer as it grows to 50 cm tall and 1.5 m wide. Helichrysum petiolare is commonly included in rock and cottage gardens, used in border plantings, maintained in a container, planted around outdoor living areas such as pools and the like, or mass planted as a groundcover on a bank.
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- Suited to regions:
All regions - Plant type:
Groundcover Plants - Height:
50 cm - Spread:
1.50 m - Flowering time:
Summer - Tolerances:
Coastal, Hardy - Garden uses:
Borders, Containers, Ground covering, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas - Garden styles:
Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
