{"product_id":"helichrysum-italicum-curry-plant-cotswolds-grown-culinary-herbs","title":"Helichrysum italicum - Curry Plant - Cotswolds Grown Culinary Herbs","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis sun-loving Mediterranean shrub is prized for its silvery, aromatic foliage and clusters of small, golden-yellow flowers that bloom through summer. \u003ci\u003eHelichrysum italicum\u003c\/i\u003e, also known as curry plant, adds texture, scent, and a touch of softness to borders and pots. Though its leaves smell strongly of curry, it’s more often grown for ornamental and herbal uses than for culinary purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHelichrysum italicum\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, commonly known as Curry Plant, is valued for its drought tolerance and striking appearance. Its scent and silvery leaves make it a brilliant choice for sensory gardens and Mediterranean planting schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"97\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"92\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"178\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Perennial\"}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerennial\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Flower: clustered flowers on taller stems\"}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEvergreen in mild winters, Aromatic foliage, Compact and bushy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Flowers June to August\"}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e June – August\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Year-round (evergreen in sheltered locations)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eHelichrysum italicum\u003c\/i\u003e (from Greek \u003ci\u003ehelios\u003c\/i\u003e = sun and \u003ci\u003echrysos\u003c\/i\u003e = gold, referring to its bright yellow flowers)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSynonyms\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNone widely accepted; sometimes confused with \u003ci\u003eHelichrysum angustifolium\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eCurry Plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eMediterranean regions including southern Europe and North Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePruning Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eLightly trim after flowering to keep a compact shape. Avoid cutting into old wood as it may not regrow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWildlife Value\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFlowers attract pollinators such as bees and hoverflies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePositioning\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFull sun, ideally in a sheltered spot; perfect for gravel gardens, rockeries, and container displays\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWater regularly during establishment; once established, drought tolerant and prefers drier conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWell-drained, sandy or poor soil – thrives where other plants may struggle. Avoid rich or heavy clay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eRarely needs feeding – too much fertiliser can reduce scent and cause leggy growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eGenerally considered non-toxic, but not recommended for consumption by pets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePerfect for planting near paths or seating areas where its curry-like scent can be enjoyed in the sun – gently brush the foliage to release its fragrance.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"9cm","offer_id":56328529478013,"sku":"8837607821571","price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"13cm","offer_id":56328529510781,"sku":"1937607821571","price":7.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/helichrysum-italicum-curry-plant-cotswolds-grown-culinary-herbs-sprouts-of-bristol-sprouts-of-bristol-1840721.jpg?v=1782992531","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.pro\/products\/helichrysum-italicum-curry-plant-cotswolds-grown-culinary-herbs","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}