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Cistus salviifolius 'Prostratus'

Also Known As

  • Cistus villosus prostratus
  • Prostratus Sage-Leafed Rock Rose
  • Sageleaf Rockrose

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

  • H: 12"-30"
  • W: 30"-6'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

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Cistus salviifolius 'Prostratus' plant details

Cistus salviifolius 'Prostratus' is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer white 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 salviifolius 'Prostratus'

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: cistaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 30 IN - 6 FT - wide, 12 IN - 30 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: firescaping/fire wise, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cistus salviifolius 'Prostratus'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: 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

This low spreading (to 1' high) downy-leaved shrub borders the Italian lakes and the Mediterranean where it covers itself with small white yellow-centered flowers in early summer. S/M-D/GDr
One of the more garden tolerant of the genus, this low growing rockrose has sage green leaves and a wide spreading habit of 6' or more. Early spring flowers are white with a yellow basal stain. Southern Europe.

Gardening facts about Cistus salviifolius 'Prostratus' plant

How to Grow Cistus salviifolius 'Prostratus'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • alkaline
    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • wind tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • snail / slug resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Foliage Color

    • green
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