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Cistus crispus - Rockrose

Market price from $3.35 to $6.75

Cistus crispus is a striking addition to any landscape. Known as Rockrose, it's an evergreen shrub celebrated for its exceptional resilience and versatility. A native of the Mediterranean, the Rockrose is distinct for its dense foliage of deeply-hued, wavy-edged leaves that create a fascinating texture. From late spring to early summer, the plant bursts into a spectacle of delightful pink blooms that provide a dynamic contrast. Exhibiting adaptability, the Rockrose favors full sun, coastal conditions and well-drained soils, marking it as an exemplary choice for landscaping that emphasizes drought tolerance and low-maintenance. Its matured dimensions hover around a manageable 3 feet in height and 4 feet in width. And if that isn't enough, the Rockrose releases a delicious resinous aroma, introducing an aromatic component to your garden. If you're in search of a hardy, adaptable, and visually remarkable shrub with a character all its own, Cistus crispus - the Rockrose is the plant to choose.

  • Size: Up to 3 feet tall and 4 feet wide
  • Flowers: Bright pink-purple
  • Foliage: Dense, wavy-edged, dark green leaves
  • Water usage: Low
  • Sun exposure: Full sun
  • Resilience: Drought-tolerant, suitable for coastal conditions and exudes a pleasant resinous aroma
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