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CISTUS x aguilarii 'Maculatus'
Commonly known as Rock rose
White
Further Reading....
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Evergreen - sticky, lance-shaped, 3-veined, wavy-margined, bright green leaves to 10cm (4in) long
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White - with golden yellow stamens -
Height - 1.2m (4ft) -
Spread - 1.2m (4ft)
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Medium shrub - Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height - rounded shrub. Produces solitary, usually 5-petalled, flowers
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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 - - pinch back young plants after flowering to encourage bushiness -
Pests & Diseases - none -
Place of origin - southwestern Europe, northern Africa -
Flower Shape - Saucer-shaped - - to 8cm (3in) 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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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 -
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Soil Conditions - Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil -
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Wildlife - Butterfly friendly -
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Rabbit Resistant
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Cistus - Growing Guide
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