Cistus x pulverulentus 'Sunset' (Sunset Rock Rose)


Botanical Information

FamilyCistaceae
GenusCistus
Speciesx pulverulentus
Cultivar'Sunset'
SynonymsCistus crispus 'Sunset', Cistus 'Sunset'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)
OriginGenus name comes from the Greek word for the plant, 'kistos'.

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
Height0.1 - 0.5 m
Spread0.5 - 1 m
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodJune

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionCistus x pulverulentus 'Sunset' is a low-spreading evergreen shrub with bowl-shaped, bright pink blooms.
CultivationGrow in a sheltered location, in full sun and well-drained soil.
PestsNo serious pests or diseases of note.
Notable SpecimensRHS Garden Rosemoor, North Devon, England.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf DescriptionUndulate, grey-green.
Flower DescriptionBowl-shaped, 5 cm in diameter with deep pink petals and yellow centres.

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