Helichrysum italicum Compositae

CULTIVATION The curry plant is a half-hardy evergreen. It has aromatic, needle-like, silver-grey leaves and clusters of small, round, yellow flowers from midsummer. Reaching 45 cm (18in), it prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagate it from cuttings taken in early spring or late summer, planting them 45 cm (18in) apart. Harvest the leaves at any time and the flowers from midsummer while they are still bright yellow. A rewarding garden, border, container and edging herb.