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HELIANTHEMUM 'The Bride'
Commonly known as Rock rose, Sun rose
Silvery foliage and white flowers
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EvergreenNarrow, grey-green leaves.
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White
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Height30cm (12in)
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Spread30cm (12in)
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Alpine or rock plantThese plants prefer well drained soil and are generally dwarf in habit.
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Dwarf shrubTypically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.Compact, spreading shrub. Flowers 2.5cm (1in) across.
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Hardy - average winterHardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)
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Full sun
HELIANTHEMUM 'The Bride'
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowWildlife plant - insects, butterflies.Pests & DiseasesNonePlace of originGarden originResistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Flower ShapeSaucer-shapedSingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuits a mixed or herbaceous borderCottage gardenRockery (inc alpine)Suitable for small gardens
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf marginEntire
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Leaf shapeElliptic
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Pruning groupPruning group 7Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that flower on previous year's growth in Spring, or current year's growth in late Summer/Autumn.
Action: Cut back flowered shoots to within 1 inch of previous year's growth.
When: Annually after flowering or in Spring if flowering on current year's growth.
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Seasonal InterestSpringSummer
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Soil ConditionsNeutral to alkaline soilWell drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
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WildlifeBee friendlyButterfly friendly
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Helianthemum - Growing Guide
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