Helichrysum ‘Licorice

Common Name:
Licorice Plant

Description:
Helichrysum ‘Licorice’, also known as the Licorice Plant, is a fast-growing, trailing evergreen perennial celebrated for its soft, silvery-grey foliage and velvety texture. Its name derives from the faintly sweet scent of the leaves, reminiscent of licorice. This plant forms sprawling, low mounds or cascades beautifully over walls, containers, or hanging baskets, making it a popular choice for both garden beds and pots. In Melbourne conditions, it performs best in full sun to part shade and thrives in well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant once established, making it suitable for water-wise gardens. While it rarely flowers, its foliage is the main attraction, providing contrast and a cooling tone in mixed plantings. Prune lightly to maintain shape and prevent woodiness.

Form:
Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding
Ground Cover

Mature Size:
Height: 30–50 cm
Width: 60–90 cm

Aspect:
Full Sun
Part Shade

Flowering:
Does not flower under Melbourne's weather conditions

Flower Colour:
Inconspicuous or absent

Key Attributes:
Suitable for Pots
Drought Tolerant
Herbaceous
Perennial
Low Maintenance
Excellent Ground Cover
Coastal Tolerant
Frost Tolerant (light)

Toxicity:
Non-toxic to humans and animals

Companion Plants:
Lavandula species
Santolina chamaecyparissus
Sedum 'Autumn Joy'
Salvia officinalis
Convolvulus cneorum

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