Cistus x argenteus 'Peggy Sammons'

Also Known As

Peggy Sammons Rockrose

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-5'
W: 3'-5'

planting zones

8a-10b

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Cistus x argenteus 'Peggy Sammons' plant details

Cistus x argenteus 'Peggy Sammons' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with 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 x argenteus 'Peggy Sammons'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: cistaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cistus x argenteus 'Peggy Sammons'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A mounding shrub to 4' with a 6' spread. Features downy gray-green stems and leaves, with pale-pink flowers that bloom in early summer. A heavy bloomer that combines well with rosemary.

By: Native Sons

One of the more robust and joyful rockroses, Peggy is 3-4' tall with gray-green, pleasantly scented leaves and huge bright pink flowers that cover the shrub in summer. Good drainage is important in full sun with little summer water once established. Can be shaped after flowering for more compact appearance. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8.

By: Cistus Nursery

Gardening facts about Cistus x argenteus 'Peggy Sammons' plant

How to Grow Cistus x argenteus 'Peggy Sammons'

Sun Exposure
- 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