Halimium lasianthum

Name: Halimium lasianthum
SKU: 225332
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Halimium lasianthum in a 3 litre pot.

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Summary

Description

Halimium lasianthum, also known as the Cistus-leaved Halimium, is a species of evergreen shrub in the Cistaceae family, native to the Mediterranean region. It is known for its bright yellow flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer and its fragrant, glossy, dark green leaves. The shrub typically reaches a height of 1-1.5 meters and a width of 1-1.5 meters at maturity. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. This plant is a great choice for adding color in the garden and it's also great for use in rock gardens, as a border plant, or as a specimen plant. It's also drought-tolerant and low-maintenance.

Key Facts

Common Name(s):Wooly rock rose
Hardiness:Half hardy and would benefit from protection through Winter.
How big will I get? Halimium lasianthum can grow to a height of 1m and a spread of 1m.
Did You Know That:The plant is deer and rabbit resistant, and it can be used as a border plant or in rock gardens?

Plant Calendar

A rough guide to how this plant will change through the year.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	June	July	Aug	Sept	Oct	Nov	Dec
Flowering Time
Foliage Colour

J	F	M	A	M	J	J	A	S	O	N	D

Care Guide

Soil Requirements

Halimium lasianthum prefers soil with good drainage and does not tolerate standing water. This plant can grow in soil with a wide range of pH levels, it is not picky about the pH level of the soil.

Best Position

Halimium lasianthum prefers a sheltered position and requires full sun to thrive, this consists of more than six hours of direct sunshine per day.

Maintenance

Halimium lasianthum will benefit from pruning in Spring. Shrubs that produce their flowers in mid to late Summer or Autumn, typically flower on new growth, so by reducing the shrub in Spring you encourage lots of new, flower producing growth.

Pest, Diseases and Wildlife

Halimium lasianthum is generally pest free, and it tends not to have problems with diseases. It is also known to attract bees.