Helichrysum italicum - P9

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Helichrysum angustifolium.

Bulletpoints
* very beautiful in a tub * wintergreen

Leaves
Suitable for consumption.

Growth habit
Bushy, upright.

Water
This plant has a low water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Tasks
Harvest: In the period from June to August.

Care
- Excess water must be able to drain off easily, waterlogging should be avoided at all costs. - Too much fertiliser will damage the herb's aroma! Herbs are well cared for in planters if they are given herb fertiliser once in spring. When planted out in the garden, a dose of compost at the start of the season is sufficient.

Flower
Helichrysum italicum forms tubular, yellow flowers arranged in corymbs from July.

Use
Tub, rock garden, herbaceous border