Position

Sun exposure:
Full sun
Aspect:
South facing, west facing
Position in border:
Middle

Soil

Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Helianthemums, also known as rock roses, are reliable easy going shrubby plants that can be guaranteed to put on a good show of flower throughout early and midsummer. Helianthemum ‘Southmead’ is a low growing, evergreen shrub, bearing rich orange flowers with soft poppy-like petals. It's perfect for growing at the front of a mixed sunny border or rock garden.

Grow Helianthemum ‘Southmead’ in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun. Plants may need protection during harsh winters.

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Helianthemum ‘Southmead’ and wildlife

Helianthemum ‘Southmead’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/​Moths
Butterflies/​Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators

Is Helianthemum ‘Southmead’ poisonous?

Helianthemum ‘Southmead’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
Plants that go well with Helianthemum 'Southmead'
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