Helichrysum ambiguum (Hill Everlasting)
Botanical Information
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Helichrysum |
| Species | ambiguum |
| Category | Perennials, Woody |
| Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
| Origin | Native to southern Australia. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 8 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 7b - 8a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H4 - H5 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -12 to -7 |
| Temperature (°F) | 10 - 20 |
| Height | 10 - 50 cm |
| Spread | 50 - 100 cm |
Description and Growing Information
| Landscape | This plant works well in courtyard gardens or as a border plant. |
| Propagation | Prefers a well-drained soil in full sun. |
| Pests | Powdery mildew. |
| Notable Specimens | Chelsea Physic Garden, London, United Kingdom. |
| Habitat | It grows on dry, rocky or sandy ground throughout the Mediterranean region. |
Photographs
Helichrysum ambiguum, form. Chelsea Physic Garden, London, United Kingdom.