Photo of Helichrysum italicum 'Miel et Curry' by Patricia Cunningham

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Helichrysum italicum 'Miel et Curry'

Also Known As

  • Miel Et Curry Plant

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 18"
  • W: 18"

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

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Helichrysum italicum 'Miel et Curry' plant details

Helichrysum italicum 'Miel et Curry' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with white foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Helichrysum italicum 'Miel et Curry'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen white
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 18 IN tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, culinary, fragrant foliage, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Helichrysum italicum 'Miel et Curry'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A fine selection of the "curry plant' this from Olivier Filippi's fabulous la Pépinière Filippi, shared with us by plantsman Neil Bell. A Med native to 18 x 18" or a bit larger with a handsome mounding form, narrow silvery leaves and early summer golden-yellow flowers standing above. Excellent for the summer dry garden in well drained soil. Keep on the lean/dry side in full sun for best appearance. Can be shorn in late winter or or after flowering to shape. USDA zone 7

Gardening facts about Helichrysum italicum 'Miel et Curry' plant

How to Grow Helichrysum italicum 'Miel et Curry'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - low
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • white
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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