Helichrysum italicum

Curry Plant

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Aromatic Mediterranean herb with silvery-grey foliage and yellow blooms. Drought-tolerant, emits curry scent when crushed. Ideal for sunny spots.
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Plant Details

Common Name Curry Plant
Family Asteraceae
Genus Helichrysum
Species Italicum
Origin Southern Europe / North Africa
Blooming Late spring to summer, yellow flowers
Leaf Color Silver-grey / Green
Sunlight Sun
Category Kitchen garden plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained sandy or rocky soil with low organic matter; alkaline to neutral pH preferred.

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Watering

Water sparingly, allow soil to dry completely between waterings. Reduce significantly in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure for optimal growth and scent production; leggy in shade.

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Fertilization

Minimal fertilization required. Apply diluted balanced fertilizer once during growing season only.

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Pruning

Trim after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness; remove dead stems promptly.

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 3 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 35000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 45%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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