Overview
Helianthemum 'Cornish Cream' is a bushy, spreading branched shrubs in the genus Helianthemum, part of the Cistaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Helianthemum 'Cornish Cream' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include coastal, cottage and informal garden, gravel garden and rock garden.
About
Helianthemum 'Cornish Cream' is a cultivar of the Helianthemum genus, which comprises evergreen shrubs known for their bushy or spreading branched habit. This rock rose features small, paired leaves and produces saucer-shaped flowers in spring and early summer. It thrives in full sun and well-drained alkaline or neutral soils such as chalk, loam, or sand. Suitable for coastal, cottage, gravel, and rock gardens, 'Cornish Cream' is hardy in the UK (H4) and prefers south- or west-facing, exposed or sheltered aspects.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Helianthemum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Helianthemum 'Cornish Cream' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs, Alpine Rockery
- Habit
- Bushy, Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Rock garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Helianthemum 'Cornish Cream'
- Propagation
- Propagate by softwood cuttings in late spring or early summer
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to honey fungus in gardens where it is present but insufficient data to determine degree of susceptibility
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Helianthemum 'Cornish Cream'?
Helianthemum 'Cornish Cream' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Helianthemum 'Cornish Cream' need?
Helianthemum 'Cornish Cream' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Helianthemum 'Cornish Cream' hardy in the UK?
Helianthemum 'Cornish Cream' has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Helianthemum 'Cornish Cream'?
Propagate by softwood cuttings in late spring or early summer.
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- Helianthemum hybrids
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- Helianthemum nummulariumcommon rockrose
- Helianthemum oelandicum subsp. alpestrealpine sun rose
- Helianthemum 'Ben Dearg'
- Helianthemum 'Bishopsthorpe'