About
Helianthemum oelandicum, the hoary rock rose, is a low-growing, spreading evergreen rock rose with grey-hairy, narrow leaves and small, yellow saucer-shaped flowers. A neat and reliable rock rose for a sunny, very well-drained rock garden or wall top.
About the genus
Helianthemum, the rock roses, are bushy or spreading evergreen shrubs with small, paired leaves and saucer-shaped, five-petalled flowers in white, yellow, pink, red or orange borne in short racemes in spring and early summer. Excellent plants for sunny, well-drained rock gardens and wall tops.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, hedging, specimen planting.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in sun or partial shade.
PruningPrune after flowering or in late winter for shape.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed as appropriate.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.