Halimium lasianthum ssp. formosum 'Sandling'

Also Known As

Halimium lasianthum 'Sandling'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 1'-3'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

8a-9b

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Halimium lasianthum ssp. formosum 'Sandling' plant details

Halimium lasianthum ssp. formosum 'Sandling' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Halimium lasianthum ssp. formosum 'Sandling'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: cistaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Halimium lasianthum ssp. formosum 'Sandling'

USDA Zones: 8a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Cheerful 2'' bright yellow flowers with a dark burgundy center blotches, cover lax, evergreen, silver-gray foliage growing 3' tall x 4' wide. It performs wonderfully in our climate as well as in drier regions. It has made it through 0_ here completely unscathed. You'll find it tough, reliable, and floriferous.Minimum temperature: 0°F

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

Garden photo gallery of Halimium lasianthum ssp. formosum 'Sandling'

Photo of Halimium lasianthum ssp. formosum 'Sandling' by Patricia Cunningham

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By: Patricia Cunningham

Gardening facts about Halimium lasianthum ssp. formosum 'Sandling' plant

How to Grow Halimium lasianthum ssp. formosum 'Sandling'

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant

Features

Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy

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Plant Type

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Zones

8a-12

Size

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Width: 4'

sun
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