Helichrysum Cymosum 17cm Pot
Common names: Gold Carpet, Everlasting, Yellow-Flowered Helichrysum

Full Sun
Low Water
Evergreen
Indigenous

Mat forming ground cover with silver leaves and yellow flowers from Summer to Autumn.

Helichrysum cymosum, often referred to as gold carpet, everlasting, or yellow-flowered helichrysum, is a South African indigenous shrublet widely grown for its silvery foliage and bright yellow flowers. It is well-suited to water-wise and coastal gardens.

Key Fautures
Growth Form: Low-growing, spreading subshrub or groundcover
Leaves: Silvery-grey, soft and woolly; aromatic when crushed
Flowers: Clusters of bright yellow, button-like flowers in spring to summer
Mature Size (in ground): ~30 cm tall × 50–80 cm wide
Light: Full sun (essential for compact growth and strong colour)
Water: Very low once established; perfect for drought-prone areas
Soil: Well-draining, sandy or rocky soils preferred
Frost Tolerance: Light frost hardy (especially in Western and Northern Cape)
Excellent groundcover for dry slopes or retaining walls
Works well in fynbos, rock, or coastal gardens
Ideal for erosion control due to spreading habit
Pairs beautifully with blue- or purple-flowering plants (e.g. Felicia, Salvia, or Scabiosa)