Sunrose
Sunrose is a drought-tolerant, flowering groundcover. It grows as a trailing mound with shiny, medium grey-green leaves.
The flowers are different colors depending on cultivar - from salmon to yellow to orange. The flowers may be single or double and ruffled.
These drought-tolerant plants are a good addition to a warm, dry location in the Pikes Peak region.
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Sunrose
Sunrose is a drought-tolerant, flowering groundcover. It grows as a trailing mound with shiny, medium grey-green leaves.
The flowers are different colors depending on cultivar - from salmon to yellow to orange. The flowers may be single or double and ruffled.
These drought-tolerant plants are a good addition to a warm, dry location in the Pikes Peak region.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Helianthemum nummularium
Pronunciation
hee-lee-AN-thee-mum num-ew-LAH-ree-um
Mature Height
6 to 12 in.
Mature Spread
18 to 24 in.
Water usage
Water Usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
pink, white, red, salmon
Bloom time
June through July
Colorado Native
No
Natural Habitat
Europe
Light Requirements
sun
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 4-9
Elevation Limit
hardy to 8,000 ft.
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