Helichrysum microphyllum (Dwarf Curry Plant ) Herb Plant
£3.99
Some Herbs may be too tall for our standard packaging and will be trimmed to fit. This will not be detrimental to the plant but will mean that these herbs will flower later in the year.
The Blister packs used to protect our beautiful herbs during transit are made from 100% recycled plastic and can be recycled kerbside.
Dwarf Curry Plant (Helichrysum microphyllum) Herb in 9cm Pot
As the common name suggests, the leaves of the Dwarf Curry Plant smell strongly of curry when brushed, making this an excellent aromatic to place along paths or walkways, it grows to a height and spread of approx 40cm. Perfect for beds and borders, Containers, Gravel, or Ground Cover. It is low maintenance and the silvery grey leaves make it great for baskets, bowls and tubs, particularly if planted at the edge to allow the plant to show its ability to trail.
The narrow, silvery-grey leaves of this dense plant are very attractive, and the small, everlasting, bright yellow flowers it produces in summer are a delight, and as they keep their colour when dried, can be used for arranging.
Dwarf curry plant prefers a sunny, sheltered position on well-drained soil, soil can be poor to moderately fertile, but protect from winter wet and cold dry winds, if you live in a cold area then it may be advisable to take cuttings of shrubby species in summer and overwinter in frost-free conditions. Regular pruning is necessary to maintain a compact plant.
Herb Usage
The essential oil of the Curry Plant is said to be anti-bacterial.
Buy Dwarf Curry Plant Online
Our potted Dwarf Curry Plant herb plants are generally available to buy online between April and September.
| Helichrysum microphyllum (Dwarf Curry Plant ) Herb Plant | |
|---|---|
| Aspect/Site | Full sun |
| Soil Type | Free draining soil |
| Flower Colour | Yellow |
| Height | 60cm |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Latin Name | Helichrysum microphyllum (wild.) Cambess |
| Hardiness | RHS rating H4 - Hardy average winter |
| Culinary | None |
| Scented | Foliage |
| Medicinal/Cosmetic | Aromatherapy |
| Flowering/Harvest/Interest | Summer |
| Special features | Hedging/Edging |
| Type of Garden | Formal |