Helichrysum ‘Red Jewel’ (Helichrysum hybrid ‘Red Jewel’)
Helichrysum ‘Red Jewel’ is a striking ornamental plant known for its vibrant ruby-toned foliage and compact, mounding habit. It adds bold colour contrast and year-round visual interest to garden beds, borders, and containers with very little maintenance.
🌱 Why Gardeners Love Helichrysum ‘Red Jewel’
✔ Brilliant red foliage - Deep red to burgundy tones create stunning contrast in any garden.
✔ Compact growth habit - Forms a neat mound that stays attractive year-round.
✔ Heat and drought tolerant - Thrives in sunny, dry positions once established.
✔ Fast establishing - Quickly fills space in borders and containers.
✔ Low-maintenance beauty - Requires minimal care for maximum colour impact.
🏡 How to Use Helichrysum ‘Red Jewel’ in Your Garden
✅ Colour contrast plant - Enhances greens, silvers, and purples in mixed plantings.
✅ Border or edging plant - Works beautifully along pathways and garden edges.
✅ Container displays - Ideal for pots where its vibrant tones can be showcased.
✅ Rock gardens and dry landscapes - Performs strongly in sandy or poor soils.
Easy Planting & Care Guide
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Spacing: Plant 30 to 40cm apart for borders or mass plantings; closer spacing creates a stronger block of colour, so consider adding extra plants for an immediate effect.
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Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is spring.
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Mulching & Fertilising: This plant thrives naturally and does not require mulching or fertiliser to stay healthy.
❔ FAQs About Helichrysum ‘Red Jewel’
How big does Red Jewel grow?
It typically grows 20 to 30cm tall and up to 40cm wide, forming a compact mound.
Does the colour stay vibrant?
Yes, the red foliage holds its colour year-round, especially in full sun.
Is it easy to maintain?
It is extremely low-maintenance and only requires occasional light trimming if shaping is desired.
Can it tolerate poor soils?
Absolutely, this plant thrives in sandy, rocky, or well-drained soils with ease.
Is it suitable for pots?
Yes, its size and vibrant colour make it perfect for decorative containers and patio arrangements.
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