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Helianthemum
Helianthemum commonly known as rock rose belongs to the Cistaceae family.
Another common name of the plant “flower of the sun” comes from Greek words helios meaning “the sun” and
anthemon meaning “a flower.”
Besides the beautiful showy flowers, the plant is loved for its charming green-grey evergreen foliage which looks
stunning among other flowering plants.
Under the right growing conditions, the rock rose takes height at a fast rate.
Once planted in its permanent place, the roots take hold fast and grow relatively quickly. The plant is prostrating,
meaning it’s low-growing and stays close to the soil.
At most, the plant can grow up to 12” inches in height. However, it has a respectable spread and covers around 24” –
36” inches of space.
This is why gardeners prefer using the rockrose as a ground cover plant in garden beds.
Flowering and Fragrance
The varying shades of orange, pink, white, and yellow of this plant makes it a favorite among gardening lovers.
The showy blooms are full during the spring and early summer
Helianthemum Red Dragon
Helianthemum Bunbury
Helianthemum Ben Fhada
Helianthemum the Bride
