Helianthemum 'St. Mary's
Saint Mary's Sun Rose
Evergreen Groundcover, Perennial
Large single white flowers cover sturdy, deep green foliage in late spring to summer. Tough and drought tolerant, perfect for rock gardens and the front of the border. It can also be used as an evergreen groundcover when planted in groups.
Growing Conditions
Zone:
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Exposure:
Full Sun, Afternoon Sun, Reflected Heat
Water Needs:
Drought-tolerant, Low, Occasional
Description
Size: 8 - 12 tall x 18 - 24 wide
Shape / Form:
Low and Spreading
Foliage Texture:
Fine
Foliage Quality:
Fine
Features: Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Drought-tolerant / Water wise, Flowers, Low Maintenance
Foliage Color:
Silver / Gray
Flower Color:
White
Bloom Season:
Late Spring / Early Summer,
May,
Jun,
Jul
Flower Shape:
Single
Uses and Applications
Landscape Uses:
Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders, Edging, Groundcover, Massed, Mixed Border, Rock Garden, Small Gardens
Special Situations:
Deer Resistant, Firewise, Low Water / No Water, Reflected Heat
Wildlife:
Bees, Butterflies, Deer Resistant, Pollinators
More Design Considerations
Season of Interest:
Spring, Summer, Fall, Late Spring / Early Summer
Position / Role:
front of border, ground hugger
Care and Maintenance
Maintenance Level:
low
Plant Combos
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Low Water Foliage Garden for Full Sun
Focus: Curb Appeal, Hellstrip / Parking Strip, Mixed Border, Saving Water, Small Space, Year-round Interest, Privacy and Screening, Efficient Use of Space
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Exposure: Full Sun, Afternoon Sun, Reflected Heat
Zone: 7, 8 -
Sun-loving Plant Combo Colorful Flowers and Great Foliage
Focus: Curb Appeal, Mixed Border, Saving Water, Year-round Interest, Pleasing Seasonal Flow
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Exposure: Full Sun, Afternoon Sun
Zone: 7, 8