Sunset Rockrose

Cistus 'Sunset'

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Overview

The Sunset Rockrose, Cistus 'Sunset,' is a robust, evergreen shrub. It thrives in full sun, reaching 2-3 feet in height with a 4-5 feet spread. This drought-tolerant plant boasts silvery-green foliage and prolific, rose-like, yellow-centered, pinkish flowers in late spring to early summer. Prefers well-drained soils. Ideal for low-maintenance landscapes and Mediterranean-inspired gardens, providing excellent ground cover and erosion control on slopes. USDA zones 8-11.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 8–10Climate Mediterranean

Sunset Rockrose (Cistus 'Sunset') — The Sunset Rockrose, Cistus 'Sunset,' is a robust, evergreen shrub

Sunset Rockrose (Cistus 'Sunset') — It thrives in full sun, reaching 2-3 feet in height with a 4-5 feet spread

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Very Low
USDA zones: 8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Cistaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Sunset Rockrose (Cistus 'Sunset') — The Sunset Rockrose, Cistus 'Sunset,' is a robust, evergreen shrub

Sunset Rockrose (Cistus 'Sunset') — It thrives in full sun, reaching 2-3 feet in height with a 4-5 feet spread

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