Helianthemum 'Ben Ledi'
Also Known As
- Helianthemum nummularium 'Ben Ledi'
- Rock Rose
- Sun Rose
Plant type
shrub, groundcover
size
- H: 8"-10"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 5a-9a
Helianthemum 'Ben Ledi' plant details
Helianthemum 'Ben Ledi' is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer pink, red and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Helianthemum 'Ben Ledi'
- Plant type: groundcover shrub
- Plant family: malvaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 0 - 12 IN - wide, 8 IN - 10 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink, red and yellow blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: container plant, edging plant, repeat-blooming, rock garden, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Helianthemum 'Ben Ledi'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9a
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Helianthemum 'Ben Ledi' plant
How to Grow Helianthemum 'Ben Ledi'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - low
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- pink
- red
- yellow
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Shrub, Groundcover
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 4"-12"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Shrub, Groundcover
Zones
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Size
Height: 6"-10"
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- sun
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Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
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Size
Height: 8"-12"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 18"-36"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Zones
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Size
Height: 8"
Width: 2'-3'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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