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Ben More rock rose

Helianthemum nummularium ‘Ben More’

Ben More rock rose Jefferson County Courage Garden
Quick Facts
Plant Family: Cistaceae (Rock-rose)
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Garden: Children's
USDA Hardiness Zone: 4
Size (height x width): 6-9" x 10"
Bloom Time: May, June
Bloom Color: Orange
Light Needs: Full Sun
Xeric (less water once established): Yes
Firewise: Yes
More information for Ben More rock rose

Description:

A small growing compact perennial with deep orange 1″ flowers that resemble a single rose and dark green lance shaped foliage. The 5 petaled rose like flowers bloom for up to 2 months and are  available in a variety of colors.  Each flower opens for one day and closes up in cloudy weather.  When the bloom is over the lance shaped foliage stays evergreen for the rest of the season and makes a good ground cover.


Landscape Use:

Rock gardens, Front border, Ground cover


Culture:

Trim plants after flowering to shape and encourage additional growth. Avoid excess winter moisture. Mulch for the winter to prevent desiccation. Prefers soils of low fertility.

Ben More rock rose

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