Cistus creticus ssp. incanus

Also Known As

Rock Rose

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

8a-10b

Cistus creticus ssp. incanus plant details

Cistus creticus ssp. incanus is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. 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 creticus ssp. incanus

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: cistaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cistus creticus ssp. incanus

USDA Zones: 8a - 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

These lovely, drought tolerant, evergreen shrubs are somewhat underused in gardens. They offer attractive foliage and lots of large, beautiful flowers resembling a single rose in shades of pink or white. The petals are like crepe paper, thin and crinkled. This species has glowing pink flowers and wavy-edged leaves with sticky hairs.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Gardening facts about Cistus creticus ssp. incanus plant

How to Grow Cistus creticus ssp. incanus

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

Features

Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy