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CISTUS x corbariensis
Commonly known as Rock rose
Pure white
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Evergreen - oval, wavy-margined, dark-green leaves to 5cm (2in) long.
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White -
Height - 1m (39in) -
Spread - 1.5m (5ft)
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Medium shrub - Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height - bushy habit.Flowers are carried singly or in terminal cymes of 2-3, open from red buds. Flowers have yellow centres and stamens.
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Hardy - average winter - Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Full sun - sheltered site. -
Additional Features - Good to know - - syn. C x hybridus.Drought tolerant and easily maintained. Wildlife plant - insects, butterflies. -
Pests & Diseases - none. -
Place of origin - southern Europe. -
Flower Shape - Cup-shaped - - 4cm (1½in) across
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Garden Location/Conditions - Coastal / windswept - - slightly back from the sea with more shelter
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Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -
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Seasonal Interest - Summer -
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Soil Conditions - Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil - - generally lime tolerant, but can become chlorotic on chalky soils.
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Wildlife - Butterfly friendly -
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Rabbit Resistant
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Cistus - Growing Guide
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