Helianthemum ‘Henfield Brilliant’ | Henfield Brilliant Rock Rose
DESCRIPTION
Helianthemum 'Henfield Brilliant' is a low-growing perennial native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, prized for its profusion of deep orange-red, saucer-shaped flowers with yellow centers. Blooming abundantly in late spring to early summer, each flower lasts just one day but is quickly replaced, ensuring a long-lasting display. This plant thrives in poor, rocky soils, full sun, and slightly alkaline soil, making it ideal for rock gardens and challenging planting sites. Its dense mat of grey-green, evergreen foliage provides an attractive backdrop for the vibrant blooms. 'Henfield Brilliant' is drought-tolerant, requires little maintenance, and is attractive to bees and butterflies while being deer-resistant, adding value to pollinator and deer-prone gardens.
DESCRIPTION
Helianthemum 'Henfield Brilliant' is a low-growing perennial native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, prized for its profusion of deep orange-red, saucer-shaped flowers with yellow centers. Blooming abundantly in late spring to early summer, each flower lasts just one day but is quickly replaced, ensuring a long-lasting display. This plant thrives in poor, rocky soils, full sun, and slightly alkaline soil, making it ideal for rock gardens and challenging planting sites. Its dense mat of grey-green, evergreen foliage provides an attractive backdrop for the vibrant blooms. 'Henfield Brilliant' is drought-tolerant, requires little maintenance, and is attractive to bees and butterflies while being deer-resistant, adding value to pollinator and deer-prone gardens.
DESCRIPTION
Helianthemum 'Henfield Brilliant' is a low-growing perennial native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, prized for its profusion of deep orange-red, saucer-shaped flowers with yellow centers. Blooming abundantly in late spring to early summer, each flower lasts just one day but is quickly replaced, ensuring a long-lasting display. This plant thrives in poor, rocky soils, full sun, and slightly alkaline soil, making it ideal for rock gardens and challenging planting sites. Its dense mat of grey-green, evergreen foliage provides an attractive backdrop for the vibrant blooms. 'Henfield Brilliant' is drought-tolerant, requires little maintenance, and is attractive to bees and butterflies while being deer-resistant, adding value to pollinator and deer-prone gardens.
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Family: Cistaceae
Height: 6 to 12 inches tall
Width: 12 to 18 inches wide
Foliage Color: Gray-green
Flower Color: Bright red-orange
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
Light Requirements: Full sun
Water Requirements: Low to medium; prefers well-draining soil
Maintenance: Low; benefits from deadheading to prolong flowering
Growing Zone: USDA zones 5 to 9
Wildlife Attractors: Attracts bees and butterflies; deer resistantThis plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
