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Scientific
Name:
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Helichrysum italicum
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Common Name:
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Curry Plant
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Deciduous vs. Evergreen
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evergreen
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Perennial vs. Annual
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perennial
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Shade
vs. Sun
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full sun to partial shade
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Height
x Width
& How Stands
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to 2' tall X 2-3' wide
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Flower
Color
& Bloom Time
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tightly packed clusters of yellow
flowers summer through fall
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Zone
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zone 7-11, hardy to 15-20° F
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Description,
Notes
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[WE ARE CURRENTLY NOT GROWING
THIS PLANT. FOR INFORMATION ONLY] Mediterranean native
known for the intoxicating curry scent from which it gets
its common name; although not the widely used culinary
spice mix, it is used worldwide as an aromatic essential
oil; thin soft greyish silver foliage contrasts nicely
with the yellow blooms; drought and wind resistant; nice
dried flower
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Photos are property of Crescent Hill Nursery
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Descriptions are based on our experience growing
these plants in both the garden and nursery setting.
Additional information and feedback is encouraged.
All plants are classified under USDA
hardiness zones.
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