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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) — is a charming evergreen perennial that will add a splendid touch of color to any garden design; commonly, image 86
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — making it an excellent addition to rock gardens
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — each with a golden center; orange flowers in the garden, image 67
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — Topping out at a modest height of 6 to 12 inches with a spread of approximately 12 to 18 inches; is a, image 61
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — is a low-growing evergreen subshrub; greyish-green hue that serves as a delightful backdrop to the vibrant, image 80
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — ground cover / perennial with orange blooms; resembling miniature roses basking in the sunlight, image 77
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — making it a low-maintenance choice for gardeners seeking maximum impact with minimal effort; these blossoms come in a
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — or white atop silvery-green foliage; ground cover / perennial with orange blooms
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — this low-growing beauty provides an excellent ground cover option
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — each with a golden center
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — commonly referred to as the Sun Rose; it is drought-tolerant once established, image 85
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — orange flowers in the garden
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — Topping out at a modest height of 6 to 12 inches with a spread of approximately 12 to 18 inches; is a charming evergreen
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — The foliage remains attractive throughout the seasons; saucer-shaped flowers in shades of yellow
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — the Sun Rose requires full sun and well-drained soil; ground cover / perennial for full or half, image 71
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — making it an excellent addition to rock gardens; is a low-growing evergreen subshrub
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — greyish-green hue that serves as a delightful backdrop to the vibrant flowers; this plant thrives in USDA hardiness zones
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — saucer-shaped flowers in shades of yellow
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — The foliage remains attractive throughout the seasons; saucer-shaped flowers in shades of yellow, image 90
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — is a charming evergreen perennial that will add a splendid touch of color to any garden design; commonly, image 60
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 12 to 18
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — commonly known as Sun Rose; or white atop silvery-green foliage, image 53
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — providing an extended period of vibrant color.<br><br>For optimal growth; the Sun Rose requires full sun and, image 96
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — Reaching 6-12 inches in height and spreading 12-24 inches, it's perfect for rockeries, groundcover, or, image 83
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