Helichrysum Ruby Cluster

Compact plants with woolly, silver-green leaves add an unusual texture to the garden. In summer, showy clusters of ball-shaped, deep pink buds are cradled in the soft foliage mounds. They open to starry white flowers with prominent yellow centres.

Botanical NameHelichrysum amorginum
Common NameHelichrysum Ruby Cluster
Key Features‘Ruby Cluster’ is an extremely attractive plant, forming a small mound of narrow, felty grey leaves. In spring, ruby-red buds appear, which open to pink flowers that eventually fade to white.
SizeGrows to 40cm high x 40cm wide.
PositionA very hardy plant which tolerates full sun, dry and coastal conditions. Frost tolerant.
DescriptionA tough and low maintenance mounding ground cover that produces clusters of ruby-red ball-shaped buds, opening into starry white strawflowers above neat silver-grey foliage.
Cultural Notes
Landscape IdeasA spectacular water-wise plant for borders, rockeries, garden beds or in containers.
Water RequirementsLow
  • Great in pots.
  • Dry tolerant.
  • Attracts Pollinators.