Halimium lasianthum ssp. formosum

Also Known As

Rockrose

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'
W: 5'

planting zones

7b-10b

Halimium lasianthum ssp. formosum plant details

Halimium lasianthum ssp. formosum is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Halimium lasianthum ssp. formosum

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: cistaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT wide, 3 FT tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: easy-to-grow, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Halimium lasianthum ssp. formosum

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: lean and well-drained

Gardening facts about Halimium lasianthum ssp. formosum plant

How to Grow Halimium lasianthum ssp. formosum

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

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen

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Halimium x pauanum

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

8a-12

Size

Height: 4'-6'

Width: 4'

sun
drought tolerant
dry in summer

Photo of Halimium x pauanum flower by Danger Garden

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