Overview
Helianthemum 'Wisley Primrose' is a shrub in the genus Helianthemum, part of the Cistaceae family. Helianthemum 'Wisley Primrose' grows best in full sun, and tolerates well-drained and sandy or gritty soil soils and neutral to alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include rock gardens, borders and ground cover.
About
Helianthemum 'Wisley Primrose' (Wisley Primrose Rock Rose) is a shrub cultivar of the Helianthemum genus, known commonly as rock rose. This plant thrives in full sun and prefers a south-facing, sheltered position with well-drained, sandy or gritty soil that is neutral to alkaline. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and is suitable for rock gardens, borders, and ground cover. Light pruning after flowering helps maintain its shape and encourages bushiness, while propagation is best done through semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
About the genus
Helianthemum, known as rock rose, sunrose, rushrose, or frostweed, is a genus of about 114 species of flowering plants in the family Cistaceae. They are widely distributed throughout the Northern Hemisphere, especially in the Mediterranean.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Helianthemum
- Sunlight
- full sun
- Soil type
- well-drained, sandy or gritty soil
- Soil pH
- neutral to alkaline
- Soil moisture
- dry to medium
- Aspect
- south-facing
- Exposure
- sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Helianthemum 'Wisley Primrose' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- shrub
- Suggested uses
- rock gardens, borders, ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Helianthemum 'Wisley Primrose'
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil in a sunny, sheltered position; avoid heavy or waterlogged soils.
- Pruning
- Light pruning after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness.
- Propagation
- semi-ripe cuttings in summer
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Helianthemum 'Wisley Primrose'?
Prefers well-drained soil in a sunny, sheltered position; avoid heavy or waterlogged soils.
Where is the best place to plant Helianthemum 'Wisley Primrose'?
Helianthemum 'Wisley Primrose' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Helianthemum 'Wisley Primrose' need?
Helianthemum 'Wisley Primrose' grows best in well-drained and sandy or gritty soil soil. It prefers neutral to alkaline soil. Aim for soil that stays dry to medium.
How do I prune Helianthemum 'Wisley Primrose'?
Light pruning after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness.
Is Helianthemum 'Wisley Primrose' hardy in the UK?
Helianthemum 'Wisley Primrose' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Helianthemum 'Wisley Primrose'?
Semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
