common rockrose
Also known as: flower of the sun
H. nummularium is a low, spreading evergreen shrub with tiny, oval leaves and sulphur yellow flowers produced from late spring to early autumn
Scientific classification
- Species
- common rockrose (Helianthemum nummularium)
- Genus
- Helianthemum
- Family
- Cistaceae
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- Toxicity
- Alpine Rockery · Shrubs
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Matforming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of common rockrose
Distribution map
Europe, Southwestern Asia
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of common rockrose
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common rockrose care guide
- Water sparingly, fully dry soil between each irrigation session
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Water sparingly, fully dry soil between each irrigation session
Fertilizing
FertilizingDiluted low-nitrogen feed once monthly during warm active growth
Pruning
PruningShorten flowered shoots to about 1.5–2.5 cm from the previous year's growth. Prune after flowering has finished.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in autumn, or take softwood cuttings in late spring or early summer
Growing
GrowingPrefers alkaline to neutral, moist but well-drained soil in full sun, but will tolerate acid soil and dry conditions. Survives well amongst short grass
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus in gardens where it is present but insufficient data to determine degree of susceptibility
Pests
Generally pest-free
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