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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

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) — perennial / shrub for full; yet showy plant that offers long-lasting appeal with minimal care
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — thriving in USDA hardiness zones 8-11
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — spanning roughly 2 inches across
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — comprises 5 papery petals that surround a golden-yellow center; perennial / shrub for full
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — offering a stunning contrast with the deep green; sunny borders in USDA zones 8-11
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — offering a stunning contrast with the deep green
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — commonly known as the Crete Rockrose; perennial / shrub with pink blooms
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — yet showy plant that offers long-lasting appeal with minimal care; it boasts pink-purple flowers with distinctive yellow
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — a well-draining soil is essential; commonly known as the Crete Rockrose
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — sunny borders in USDA zones 8-11
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — perennial / shrub with pink blooms; a well-draining soil is essential
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — spanning roughly 2 inches across; pink flowers in the garden, image 58
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — Given these characteristics; it prefers full sunlight but can accommodate partial shade, where it may produce fewer blooms
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — This low-maintenance plant is ideal for adding Mediterranean charm to rock gardens and dry; comprises 5 papery, image 60
Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — It flourishes in well-drained soils, reaching up to 3 feet in height and 5 feet in width; reaching approximately 1-2 inches
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