Rock Rose,Sun Rose. A rounded upright shrub with wavy-margined, dark green leaves. Dark pink flowers with maroon marks at the base of each petal. Max Height 1m. Max Spread 1m. Flowers June to September. Full Sun. Frost hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Cistus x purpureus
A rounded upright shrub with wavy-margined, dark green leaves. Dark pink flowers with maroon marks at the base of each petal.
Additional information
| Generic | Cistus |
|---|---|
| Species | x purpureus |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Rock Rose, Sun Rose |
| Flower Colour | Pink, Maroon |
| Soil | Poor |
| Aspect | Full Sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1m |
| Family | Cistaceae |
| Spread | 1m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Low spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Flowers From | June, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered Site |
| Hardiness | Frost hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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