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Sunrose

Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up'

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Overview

Helianthemum num. 'Sunny Side Up', commonly known as Sunrose, features a low-growing, mat-forming habit with vibrant green foliage. Its cheerful, egg-yolk yellow flowers bloom profusely in late spring and early summer. Ideal for rock gardens and front-of-border placement, this perennial thrives in well-drained soil and full sun. Mature size is about 6 inches high and spreads 12-18 inches wide, providing excellent ground cover and drought tolerance once established.

Sun FullWater Low, MediumZones 6–9Climate Temperate
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — Mature size is about 6 inches high and spreads 12-18 inches wide
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — is a charming low-growing perennial that enriches garden landscapes with its profusion of delightfulSunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — This resilient cultivar is prized for its evergreen qualities in warmer climatesSunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — Mature size is about 6 inches high and spreads 12-18 inches wideSunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — Helianthemum nummularium 'Sunny Side Up'Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — mat-forming habit with vibrant green foliageSunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — commonly referred to as Sunrose+73

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
6–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Cistaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — Its cheerful, egg-yolk yellow flowers bloom profusely in late spring and early summer
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — is a charming low-growing perennial that enriches garden landscapes with its profusion of delightful
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — This resilient cultivar is prized for its evergreen qualities in warmer climates
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — Mature size is about 6 inches high and spreads 12-18 inches wide
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — Helianthemum nummularium 'Sunny Side Up'
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — mat-forming habit with vibrant green foliage
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — commonly referred to as Sunrose
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — commonly known as Sunrose
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — Ideal for rock gardens and front-of-border placement, this perennial thrives in well-drained soil and full sun
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — providing excellent ground cover and drought tolerance once established
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — silvery-green leaves that provide an attractive backdrop for its bright yellow flowers
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — measuring about 1 inch across
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — offer a joyful contrast and typically appear in the late spring to early summer months
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — It excels in full sun exposure
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — where it receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — ensuring optimal flowering
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — multi-colored and white and yellow flowers in the garden
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — or as part of a rock garden assembly
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — consider its low stature and sprawling habit
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — making it ideal for the front of borders
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — This drought-tolerant plant is also suitable for rock gardens
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — Its cheerful, egg-yolk yellow flowers bloom profusely in late spring and early summer; consider its low stature
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — shrub for full
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — shrub with multi-colored and white and yellow blooms

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