Halimium 'Susan'

Also Known As

Halimium ocymoides 'Susan'
Golden Rockrose

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 18"-36"

planting zones

8a-11

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Halimium 'Susan' plant details

Halimium 'Susan' is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer magenta and yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Halimium 'Susan'

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: cistaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 18 IN - 36 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: magenta and yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, dwarf, long-blooming, rare, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Halimium 'Susan'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This deserves the extra effort of careful siting because Susan is a babe. Compact small shrub with fine gray leaves that is covered in brilliant yellow flowers sporting a vivid maroon zone. Find a well-drained hot sunny spot with low fertility where it won't get slammed by winter winds.