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Helichrysum retortum
Ground cover silvery shrublet. Leaves covered with silvery-silky hairs. Papery and everlasting white flowers with yellow centres in summer. Natural habitat is coastal sands and cliffs. Best in an open sunny site. Avoid very cold wet conditions.
Genus
Helichrysum
Species
retortum
Cultivar
Common name
Sea Strawflower
Family name
Asteraceae
Place of origin
South Africa
DETAILS
Height
10 cm
Width
50 cm
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Moisture
Exposure
Perennials
Category
Small, height up to 0.6 metres.
Availability
We have this currently available in a POT 2.5 container.
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