Cistus x purpureus (Purple Rock Rose)
Botanical Information
Family | Cistaceae |
Genus | Cistus |
Species | x purpureus |
Category | Tropicals, Woody |
Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
Origin | Genus name comes from the Greek word for the plant, 'kistos'. |
Pronunciation |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 8b - 9a |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | 8a |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H4 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | -10 to -5 |
Temperature (°F) | 15 - 25 |
Height | 1 - 2 m |
Spread | 0.5 - 1 m |
Growth | Medium |
Flowering Period | June, July |
Description and Growing Information
General Description | Cistus x purpureus is a small, bushy evergreen shrub. |
ID Characteristic | Narrow, dull green leaves and small pink flowers with large red blotches near the base. |
Landscape | Drought resistant banks and informal gardens. |
Cultivation | Can grow in poor soils but still requires direct sun and shelter. |
Pests | No serious pests or diseases of note. |
Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
Flower Description | Small, bowl shaped, pink. |