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Crete Rockrose

Cistus Creticus

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Overview

Cistus creticus, commonly called Crete Rockrose, is a resilient, evergreen shrub. It flourishes in well-drained soils, reaching up to 3 feet in height and 5 feet in width. It boasts pink-purple flowers with distinctive yellow centers, spanning roughly 2 inches across, that bloom in late spring to summer. This low-maintenance plant is ideal for adding Mediterranean charm to rock gardens and dry, sunny borders in USDA zones 8-11.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, Very LowZones 9–10Type Perennial, ShrubClimate Mediterranean
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — commonly known as the Crete Rockrose
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — This plant's compact size; this low-maintenance plant is ideal for adding Mediterranean charm to rock gardens and dryCrete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — It prefers full sunlight but can accommodate partial shade, where it may produce fewer blooms; cistus creticus, commonlyCrete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — Occasional pruning after flowering can help maintain its shape and promote new growth; this plant's compact sizeCrete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — the Cistus creticus is an excellent choice for the landscape designer seeking a resilientCrete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — thriving in USDA hardiness zones 8-11; occasional pruning after flowering can help maintain its shape and promote new growthCrete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — It boasts pink-purple flowers with distinctive yellow centers; as this plant does not tolerate overwatering or, image 57+76

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Very Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial, Shrub
Family
Cistaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — commonly known as the Crete Rockrose
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — This plant's compact size; this low-maintenance plant is ideal for adding Mediterranean charm to rock gardens and dry
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — It prefers full sunlight but can accommodate partial shade, where it may produce fewer blooms; cistus creticus, commonly
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — Occasional pruning after flowering can help maintain its shape and promote new growth; this plant's compact size
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — the Cistus creticus is an excellent choice for the landscape designer seeking a resilient
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — thriving in USDA hardiness zones 8-11; occasional pruning after flowering can help maintain its shape and promote new growth
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — It boasts pink-purple flowers with distinctive yellow centers; as this plant does not tolerate overwatering or, image 57
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — the Crete Rockrose is relatively low; given these characteristics
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — spanning roughly 2 inches across; pink flowers in the garden
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — sunny borders in USDA zones 8-11; the Crete Rockrose is relatively low
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — It does not require regular fertilization and is mostly free from pests and diseases; it flourishes in well-drained soils
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — the Crete Rockrose is relatively low
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — It does not require regular fertilization and is mostly free from pests and diseases
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — It prefers full sunlight but can accommodate partial shade, where it may produce fewer blooms
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — typically reaching heights of 2-3 feet and spreading about the same in width; offering a stunning contrast with the deep
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — a well-draining soil is essential
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — slightly hairy leaves.<br><br>The Crete Rockrose is a hardy and drought-tolerant species, image 41
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — Cistus creticus, commonly called Crete Rockrose, is a resilient, evergreen shrub; spanning roughly 2 inches across
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — comprises 5 papery petals that surround a golden-yellow center
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — sunny borders in USDA zones 8-11; the Crete Rockrose is relatively low, image 61
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — slightly hairy leaves.<br><br>The Crete Rockrose is a hardy and drought-tolerant species
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — as this plant does not tolerate overwatering or poorly drained conditions.<br><br>In terms of maintenance; thriving in USDA
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — It boasts pink-purple flowers with distinctive yellow centers; as this plant does not tolerate overwatering or poorly
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — typically reaching heights of 2-3 feet and spreading about the same in width
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