Northwest Blooms · Groundcovers
Helianthemum nummularium ‘Wisley Pink’
Wisley Pink Rock Rose

- Family
- Cistaceae
- Height
- 6 to 12 inches
- Width
- 18 to 24 inches
- Flower color
- Soft pink with yellow centers
- Foliage color
- Gray-green
- Bloom time
- Late spring to early summer
- Light
- Full sun
- Water
- Low; drought-tolerant
- Maintenance
- Low; trimming after flowering encourages denser growth and additional blooms
- Growing zone
- USDA Zones 5 to 8
- Wildlife
- Attracts bees and other pollinators
About this plant
Helianthemum nummularium 'Wisley Pink', commonly known as Wisley Pink Rock Rose, is a delightful perennial that produces soft pink, saucer-shaped flowers with a golden-yellow center. Blooming profusely from late spring through mid-summer, the flowers create a charming carpet of color, especially when planted en masse in rock gardens, borders, or on slopes. Each individual bloom lasts for just a day, but the plant blooms continuously for several weeks, maintaining a vibrant display.
This cultivar is derived from the species Helianthemum nummularium, which is native to Europe. 'Wisley Pink' was selected for its delicate pink flowers and attractive, gray-green foliage, which adds a soft, evergreen presence to the garden. Its compact growth habit, combined with the long-lasting flower display, makes it an excellent choice for sunny, well-drained locations where it can thrive with minimal maintenance.
Works well in
Rock Gardens · Waterwise Gardens · Mediterranean Gardens · Pollinator Gardens
Companion plants
Candytuft · Russian sage · Lilacs · Oregon Grape · Lavender · Red hot poker
Design tip
Plant generous drifts across sunny slopes or rocky terraces where the soft flower color can unify the landscape without overpowering nearby plants. Blend silver foliage, upright accents, and evergreen structure to create a layered composition that remains attractive in every season.
