CISTUS x corbariensis

Commonly known as Rock rose

Pure white

CISTUS x corbariensis

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£14.00 each

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Any 3+ for £12.00 each

Collect only available from our nursery nr Redruth in Cornwall

Ready in 3 - 5 days

Normally 3 - 5 days

2 to 3 Litre

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Evergreen
wavy-margined, dark-green leaves to 5cm (2in) long.
White
Height
1m (39in)
Spread
1.5m (5ft)
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.
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
Garden Location/Conditions
Coastal / windswept - slightly back from the sea with more shelter
Hardiness
Frost hardy (down to -5)
Leaf shape
Ovate see photos above
Pruning group
Pruning group 5
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.

RHS group 8
Pruning group 6 - Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs or climbers that need little to no pruning.
Action: Trim back shoots that spoil symmetry and to fit available space.
When: Annually after flowering if on previous year's growth, or in later Winter or Spring if flowering on current year's growth, or as requires.

RHS group 9 & 11
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Soil Conditions
Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil - generally lime tolerant, but can become chlorotic on chalky soils.
Wildlife
Butterfly friendly
Rabbit Resistant