Cistus x purpureus (Purple Rock Rose)


Botanical Information

FamilyCistaceae
GenusCistus
Speciesx purpureus
CategoryTropicals, Woody
TypeShrub (evergreen)
OriginGenus name comes from the Greek word for the plant, 'kistos'.
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Details

USDA Hardiness Zone8b - 9a
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone8a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH4
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-10 to -5
Temperature (°F)15 - 25
Height1 - 2 m
Spread0.5 - 1 m
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodJune, July

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionCistus x purpureus is a small, bushy evergreen shrub.
ID CharacteristicNarrow, dull green leaves and small pink flowers with large red blotches near the base.
LandscapeDrought resistant banks and informal gardens.
CultivationCan grow in poor soils but still requires direct sun and shelter.
PestsNo serious pests or diseases of note.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Flower DescriptionSmall, bowl shaped, pink.

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