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CISTUS x purpureus

Commonly known as Rock rose

Rosy-crimson flowers with a maroon blotch at the base

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Evergreen - narrowly-oblong, lance-shaped, dark-green leaves to 5cm (2in) long.
Red - rosy crimson
Striped, Veined or Multicoloured
Height - 1m (3ft)
Spread - 1m (3ft)
Dwarf shrub - Typically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions. - rounded shrub with sticky, upright, red-flushed shoots. Flowers are crinkled, 7cm (3in) across, in terminal cymes of 3.
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 - wildlife plant - insects, butterflies. Pinch back after flowering to maintain shape. Never prune hard.
Pests & Diseases - none.
Place of origin - southern Europe.
Garden Location/Conditions - Coastal / windswept - slightly back from the sea with more shelter
Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -
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