Helichrysum italicum Giant Bird of Paradise Established: Deep soak every 10–14

Established: Deep soak every 10–14 days in summer

ferny foliage forms a soft

Contrast foliage in woodland/courtyard beds with blue/grey grasses or silvers (Artemisia

frost-light areas)

Helichrysum italicum Giant Bird of Paradise Established: Deep soak every 10–14Curry Plant Italian Everlasting Botanical Name: Helichrysum italicum Family: Asteraceae Origin: Mediterranean (southern Europe, north Africa) Plant Type: Evergreen subshrub aromatic herb Overview Helichrysum italicum is a compact, silver foliaged aromatic subshrub with a distinctive curry like fragrance when brushed. Its intensely silver grey needle leaves and bright yellow button flowers in summer make it as ornamental as it is aromatic. Thriving in