Sunrose

Mon, 08/10/2009 - 3:44pm — Kathy Ormiston

Photo Credit:

Vera Kark, PADG

Botanical Name:

Helianthemum nummularium 'Henfield Brilliant'

Pronunciation:

(hee-lee-AN-them-um num-ew-LAH-ree-um)

Common Name:

Sunrose

Plant Type:

Ground cover

Mature Size:

6 in. to 12 in. high and 18 in. to 3 ft. wide

Water Requirements:

Low: water every 3 weeks until the root ball is wet

Sun/Shade Requirements:

Full to half sun

Flower Color :

Orange

Wildlife:

This plant is deer resistant

A low-growing, trailing ground cover from Turkey, Helianthemum is covered with small flowers in the spring.

There are many cultivars with different flower colors -- red, apricot, yellow, pink and white. 'Henfield Brilliant' is a striking form with its silvery leaves and orange flowers.

Shear the dead flowers off to encourage repeat blooms. Helianthemum likes full sun and well-draining soil with low to moderate water.