Helianthemum 'Raspberry Ripple' - P9

Description
The Rock rose 'Raspberry Ripple' (Helianthemum cultorum) is a broad, compact, evergreen perennial that forms pink-white, cupped flowers arranged in clusters from May to July. Its egg-shaped leaves are grey-green. In a sunny location with well-drained, loose, dry soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 15 cm and grows to a width of approx. 30 cm. The Rock rose 'Raspberry Ripple' is well tolerant of frost.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are very popular with bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * very beautiful in containers * evergreen * tolerates pruning * easy to care for

Leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Rock rose 'Raspberry Ripple's are grey-green, egg-shaped.

Frost hardiness
The Rock rose 'Raspberry Ripple' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Broad, compact.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Pruning
Pruning, ideally from August to September, is advisable for this plant.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Tasks
Pruning: In the period from August to September.

Care
- The plant must be protected from winter moisture. - Prune back vigorously after flowering. - In harsh locations, sun protection is only recommended in the event of frost.

Flower
Helianthemum cultorum 'Raspberry Ripple' forms cup-shaped, pink-white flowers arranged in clusters from May.

Use
Tub, rock garden, bee pasture, perennial bed, ground cover