Helichrysum 'White Licorice' (Licorice Plant)

'White Licorice' is a tender perennial grown as an annual for its stunning, felted, silver-white foliage. The small, rounded leaves cover trailing stems that can reach 12–18 inches long, creating a beautiful cascading effect. It's prized as a "spiller" in mixed containers, hanging baskets, and window boxes, where its neutral color enhances companion plants. Tiny, insignificant yellow flowers may appear in summer.

Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun to partial shade.
• Soil: Well-drained, average fertility.
• Water: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established.
• Fertilizer: Light monthly feeding.

Care Tips

Pinch back to encourage bushiness. Overwinter indoors in bright light in frost-free areas. Deer resistant.

Uses

Essential trailing component for containers, hanging baskets, and edge plantings. Pairs with almost any color scheme.