Halimium lasianthum, the Lisbon false sun-rose or woolly rock rose, is a species of flowering plant in the family Cistaceae, native to the Iberian Peninsula (Portugal, western Spain and southwestern France) and Northwest Africa (Morocco). It is a spreading evergreen shrub growing to 1 m (3 ft) tall by 1.5 m (5 ft) wide, with grey-green leaves and bright yellow flowers in spring. The flowers may have a maroon blotch at the base of each petal.In cultivation this plant requires a sandy soil and full sun.
Lisbon false sun-rose is resistant to disease and is generally not prone to illnesses. In terms of care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs only light watering, and larger specimens usually do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be trimmed after they finish blooming. Lisbon false sun-rose is suitable for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or a deck, and does not demand much gardening experience.
How to keep Halimium Lasianthum.
Light
The Lisbon false sun-rose is found in open habitats, such as sunny meadows and forest edges, that offer abundant light. It does best in Full Sun but can tolerate Partial Sun, adapting well to a range of sunlight conditions.
Temperature
The Lisbon false sun-rose shows good temperature adaptability, tolerating higher heat and wider temperature fluctuations. When temperatures are high, attention should be paid to watering and providing proper shade to prevent sunburn. However, the Lisbon false sun-rose is relatively weak in its tolerance of low temperatures. While it can endure some cold, excessively low temperatures can cause frost damage.
Fertilizer
Proper timing is important when fertilizing Lisbon false sun-rose. Apply fertilizer in early spring and continue once a month until early summer. The fertilizer encourages attractive blooms and supplies energy during both dormant and active growth periods.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Shrub
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Halimium
- Family
- Cistaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 7-10
- Mature Height
- 91 cm
- Mature Spread
- 1.52 m
- Leaf Color
- Green, Gray, Silver
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Color
- White
- Flower Size
- 5.08 cm to 6.35 cm
- Bloom Time
- Mid spring, Late spring, Early summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Mid summer, Late summer, Early fall
Other names.
