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Sun Rose

Helianthemum Nummularium

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Overview

Helianthemum nummularium, commonly known as Sun Rose, is a low-growing evergreen subshrub, flourishing in full sun. This drought-tolerant plant showcases a profusion of vibrant, 1-inch wide, saucer-shaped flowers in shades of yellow, pink, or white atop silvery-green foliage. Reaching 6-12 inches in height and spreading 12-24 inches, it's perfect for rockeries, groundcover, or edging. Flowers bloom from late spring to early summer, attracting bees and butterflies.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 5–8Type Ground cover, PerennialClimate Mediterranean, Temperate
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — ground cover / perennial for full or half; making it an excellent addition to rock gardens, image 78

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
5–8

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Family
Cistaceae
Climate
Mediterranean, Temperate

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Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — ground cover / perennial with orange blooms; resembling miniature roses basking in the sunlight
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — is a charming evergreen perennial that will add a splendid touch of color to any garden design; commonly known as Sun Rose
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — These blossoms come in a range of colors including yellow; they are particularly prolific in late spring, image 66
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — These blossoms come in a range of colors including yellow; they are particularly prolific in late spring, image 92
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — resembling miniature roses basking in the sunlight; reaching 6-12 inches in height and spreading 12-24, image 94
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — the Sun Rose requires full sun and well-drained soil; ground cover / perennial for full or half
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — Flowers bloom from late spring to early summer, attracting bees and butterflies
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — is a low-growing evergreen subshrub
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — These blossoms come in a range of colors including yellow; they are particularly prolific in late spring through summer
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — Reaching 6-12 inches in height and spreading 12-24 inches, it's perfect for rockeries, groundcover, or, image 57
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — commonly referred to as the Sun Rose; it is drought-tolerant once established, image 59
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — They are particularly prolific in late spring through summer; the foliage remains attractive throughout the seasons
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — each with a golden center; orange flowers in the garden, image 93
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — resembling miniature roses basking in the sunlight; reaching 6-12 inches in height and spreading 12-24, image 68
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — which measure about 1 inch across
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — Topping out at a modest height of 6 to 12 inches with a spread of approximately 12 to 18 inches
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — is a charming evergreen perennial that will add a splendid touch of color to any garden design
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — The foliage remains attractive throughout the seasons
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — is a low-growing evergreen subshrub; greyish-green hue that serves as a delightful backdrop to the vibrant flowers
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — commonly known as Sun Rose
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — This plant thrives in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 7; making it a low-maintenance choice for gardeners, image 74
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — this low-growing beauty provides an excellent ground cover option; each with a golden center
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — orange flowers in the garden; topping out at a modest height of 6 to 12 inches with a spread of approximately, image 76
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — commonly known as Sun Rose; or white atop silvery-green foliage
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