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HALIMIUM
Showy flowers, resembling rock roses (Cistus and Helianthemum) for the front of the border, rock garden or container.
Genus of 9-12 species of evergreen shrubs found in thickets, rocky and sandy places and dry woodland in the Mediterranean, Turkey and North Africa.
Further Reading....
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Evergreen - light- to grey-green leaves.
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Medium shrub - Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
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Full sun - requires a sheltered warm spot. Will not tolerate cold, drying winds. -
Additional Features - Good to know - - flowers best in regions with long, hot summers. -
Pests & Diseases - none. -
Place of origin - Mediterranean,Turkey, N. Africa. -
Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Flower Shape - Saucer-shaped -
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Soil Conditions - Free draining sandy soil - - moderately fertile.
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Wildlife - Butterfly friendly -
Halimium - Growing Guide
Buy Varieties of HALIMIUM
HALIMIUM calycinum >
Commonly known as: Yellow rock rose.
(libanotis) - semi-erect habit with linear leaves and strong yellow flowers
HALIMIUM 'Susan' >
A compact, dwarf, spreading shrub with rounded leaves. Golden-yellow flowers with a reddish-brown blotch at the base
