Cistus X Purpureus - Rock Rose |
| Type |
Shrub, Ground cover, Container-friendly, Evergreen |
| Size |
Low Border (up to 50cm height) |
| Form |
Spreading |
| Colours |
Silver Foliage, Dark pink Flowers (Summer) |
| Care |
Some maintenance required |
| Hardiness |
Frost tender |
| Growth |
Medium growing |
This semi-hardy low growing shrub is native to the Mediterranean - making it suitable for sunny dry borders. Purple - pink blossoms are borne through out the summer, complimenting attractive gray - green foliage and spreading habit. 1m wide x 80cm.
Cultivation tips: Cistus requires a hot dry location away from cold damaging winds. Cistus despises wet heavy soils - but will flourish on poor well drained soils, especially chalky soils. Prune dead wood in spring - avoid heavy pruning - preferring to trim to shape.
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