x HALIMIOCISTUS
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x HALIMIOCISTUS
(Cistus) - All Flower MAY-JUN
Hybrid genus of evergreen shrubs with flowers that resemble rock roses. They are crosses between Cistus and Halimium and are found in hot, dry soils from Portugal to France where the parent species overlap.
Recommended for the base of a sunny wall or large rock garden.
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Resemble rock roses (Cistus and Helianthemum) -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Garden origin. -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Evergreenwhite-woolly, grey-green leaves to 5cm (2in) long.
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Striped, Veined or Multicoloured
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White
Pearly white with maroon -
Saucer-shaped5cm (2in) across
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SingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Lanceolate
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Ovate
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Height
60cm (24in) -
Spread
90cm (36in)
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Dwarf shrubTypically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.Spreading shrub.
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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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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) -
Summer Seasonal Interest
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Free draining sandy soilPoor to moderately fertile soil.
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Full sun
Shelter from cold drying winds. -
Mature Size60cm (24in)
90cm (36in)
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x Halimiocistus - Growing Guide
