Helichrysum petiolare

Scientific Name: Helichrysum petiolare

Common Name: Licorice Plant

Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

Blooming Time: Summer to fall

Bloom Duration: Blooms sporadically throughout the growing season

Fragrance: No noticeable fragrance

Plant Growing Habit: Trailing or cascading perennial

Characteristics: Known for its trailing stems and velvety, silver-gray foliage with a distinctive licorice scent when touched. Typically grown as a trailing accent in containers or hanging baskets.

Spacing: Plant 12-18 inches apart if using as ground cover; space according to trailing needs if using in containers.

Height: Typically grows 6-12 inches tall but can trail several feet.

Width: Spreads indefinitely as a ground cover or along the edge of containers.

Maintenance Requirements: Low maintenance; prefers well-draining soil and occasional watering. Pinch back stems to promote bushiness. Protect from frost in colder climates.