Cistus creticus ssp. creticus 'Lasithi'

Also Known As

Lasithi Cretan Rockrose

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 10"-24"
W: 20"-36"

planting zones

8a-10b

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Cistus creticus ssp. creticus 'Lasithi' plant details

Cistus creticus ssp. creticus 'Lasithi' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer pink and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, seaside / salt tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cistus creticus ssp. creticus 'Lasithi'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: cistaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 20 IN - 36 IN - wide, 10 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and purple blooms in summer
Uses: crinkly leaves, firescaping/fire wise, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cistus creticus ssp. creticus 'Lasithi'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug, heat, seaside / salt, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dark purple-pink flowers, some of the darkest of the Cistus, from early May to mid-July. A small shrub, to 10” tall x 20” wide, the leaves small and crinkly. Hot sun and well-drained soil. Great for steep banks with only occasional summer water. Hardy to 10 °F. The resin in the leaves, known as labdanum, was traditionally used in herbal medicine and as a perfume ingredient. Native to the Island of Crete.

By: Cistus Nursery

Gardening facts about Cistus creticus ssp. creticus 'Lasithi' plant

How to Grow Cistus creticus ssp. creticus 'Lasithi'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- seaside / salt tolerant
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- purple
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen