Cistus parviflorus (Rock Rose)


Botanical Information

FamilyCistaceae
GenusCistus
Speciesparviflorus
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (deciduous)
OriginGenus name comes from the Greek word for the plant, 'kistos'. Native of south eastern Italy and Greece, eastwards to Turkey and Cyprus.

Details

USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height1 m
GrowthSlow
Flowering PeriodApril, May

Description and Growing Information

Notable SpecimensThe A. M. (Mac) Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada.

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