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    Helichrysum 'Graeme Paterson'

    Plant type

    shrub, groundcover

    size

    • H: 12"
    • W: 24"

    planting zones

    • 9a-11

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    Helichrysum 'Graeme Paterson' plant details

    Helichrysum 'Graeme Paterson' is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with blue foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Helichrysum 'Graeme Paterson'

    Plant type: groundcover shrub
    Plant family: asteraceae
    Foliage: evergreen blue
    Mature size: 24 IN wide, 12 IN tall
    Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
    Uses: alpine, rock garden, trough garden, xeric

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Helichrysum 'Graeme Paterson'

    USDA Zones: 9a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: occasional
    Resistant to: heat
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Gardening facts about Helichrysum 'Graeme Paterson' plant

    How to Grow Helichrysum 'Graeme Paterson'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • occasional

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • blue

    • Flower Color

      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • fuzzy

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    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    8a-11

    Size

    Height: 15"

    Width: 3'

    • sun
    • drought tolerant
    Photo of Helichrysum basalticum by Stan Shebs
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    Helichrysum splendidum

    aka Helichrysum alveolatum, Helichrysum trilineatum, Cape Gold

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    6a-10b

    Size

    Height: 4'-6'

    Width: 4'-6'

    • sun
    • drought tolerant
    Photo of Helichrysum splendidum by Stan Shebs
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    Ozothamnus ledifolius

    aka Helichrysum ledifolius, Kerosene bush

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    7a-9b

    Size

    Height: 3'-5'

    Width: 3'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Ozothamnus ledifolius foliage by Steve Law
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    Helichrysum italicum

    aka Helichrysum angustifolium, Curry Plant

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    8a-10b

    Size

    Height: 18"-24"

    Width: 18"-24"

    • sun
    • occasional - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Helichrysum italicum form by Zubro
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    Xerochrysum bracteatum 'Monster Fireball'

    aka Helichrysum bracteatum 'Monster Fireball Red', Red Giant Red Strawflower

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Annual / Biennial

    Zones

    9a-11

    Size

    Height: 3'-4'

    Width: 2'-3'

    • sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Xerochrysum bracteatum 'Monster Fireball' flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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