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    Helichrysum basalticum

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 15"
    • W: 3'

    planting zones

    • 8a-11

    Helichrysum basalticum plant details

    Helichrysum basalticum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Helichrysum basalticum

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: asteraceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 3 FT wide, 15 IN tall
    Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
    Uses: container plant, rock garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Helichrysum basalticum

    USDA Zones: 8a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Resistant to: deer
    Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Clusters of yellow disc flowers tumble from white felted rosettes in late summer. 15" tall x 3' wide.

    By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

    Gardening facts about Helichrysum basalticum plant

    How to Grow Helichrysum basalticum

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • gritty

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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