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Shrubs
Cistus × candidus 'Susan'
rock rose 'Susan'
A bushy, evergreen dwarf shrub with grey-green, ovate leaves. Flowers to 4cm in width, bright yellow, with a deep purple centre
Synonyms
Cistus 'Susan'× Halimiocistus 'Susan'
see moreHalimium ocymoides 'Susan'
Halimium 'Susan'
Cistus algarvensis 'Susan'
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Chalk
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Green Grey Silver | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Purple Yellow | Green Grey Silver | ||
Autumn | Green Grey Silver | |||
Winter | Green Grey Silver |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or East–facing
Exposure
ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Cistaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Cistus are evergreen shrubs with simple, opposite leaves and 5-petalled, bowl-shaped, white, pink or purplish flowers, each lasting a single day, over a long period in summer
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in well-drained sandy soil in full sun
Propagation
Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Mediterranean climate plants
- Cottage and informal garden
- Gravel garden
Pruning
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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