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Cistus x hybridus Second Honeymoon PP20410

Scientific Name: Cistus x hybridus 'Rencis'

Also Known As

  • Cistus corbariensis 'Second Honeymoon'
  • Cistus x corbariensis 'Rencis'
  • Second Honeymoon Rockrose

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2'-4'
  • W: 3'-5'

planting zones

  • 8a-11

Cistus x hybridus Second Honeymoon PP20410 plant details

Cistus x hybridus Second Honeymoon PP20410 is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with chartreuse, gold, green and variegated foliage. In spring white 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 and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cistus x hybridus Second Honeymoon PP20410

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: cistaceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse, gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cistus x hybridus Second Honeymoon PP20410

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat, seaside / salt and wind
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Foliage brightly painted with cream, yellow and greens gives this 3't x 4'w mounding evergreen a year-round presence but highlighted in spring with pretty white crepe-paper flowers. S/M-D/GDr PP20410

Gardening facts about Cistus x hybridus Second Honeymoon PP20410 plant

How to Grow Cistus x hybridus Second Honeymoon PP20410

  • 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
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun

Features

  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • gold
    • chartreuse
    • green
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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