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x HALIMIOCISTUS sahucii

A fully hardy low spreading shrub with pure white flowers which can go on from May to September
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
Resemble rock roses (Cistus and Helianthemum) -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
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Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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EvergreenDark-green leaves to 4cm (1½in) long.
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White
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Saucer-shapedTo 3cm (1¼in) across
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SingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
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Fully hardyBorderline
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Entire
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Linear
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Oblanceolate
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Height
45cm (18in) -
Spread
90cm (36in) -
Dwarf shrubTypically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.Compact, mound-forming shrub.
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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)Borderline -
Summer Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size45cm (18in)
90cm (36in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuits a mixed or herbaceous borderSuitable for small gardens
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Pruning group
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.
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Soil Conditions
Free draining sandy soilPoor to moderately fertile soil.
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Sun Requirements
Against a wall
Full sun
Shelter from cold drying winds.
x Halimiocistus - Growing Guide