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Helianthemum 'Hartswood'

Also Known As

  • Helianthemum 'Hartswood Ruby'
  • Rock Rose
  • Sun Rose

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-18"
  • W: 18"-24"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Helianthemum 'Hartswood' plant details

Helianthemum 'Hartswood' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Helianthemum 'Hartswood'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Helianthemum 'Hartswood'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tough, vigorous (to 1't x 3'+w), and BEAUTIFUL, this carpeting-shrub from Blooms of Bressingham is COVERED with 1" saucer-shaped velvety-red, yellow-centered flowers over a long May-into-July season. S/M/GDr

Gardening facts about Helianthemum 'Hartswood' plant

How to Grow Helianthemum 'Hartswood'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • low - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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