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Cistus salviifolius 'Prostratus'

Rockrose Sageleaf

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Information by: Native Sons Nursery        Photographer: Native Sons Nursery

 

Description

This low growing rockrose, reaching 2' tall, has gray green, wrinkled, evergreen leaves and a wide spreading habit of 6' or more. Early spring flowers are white with orange yellow centers. This shrub does best in full sun with well draining soil. It is drought tolerant once it's established. It's a great plant for hot, dry hillsides and has low fuel for fires. It tolerates coastal conditions.

 

Plant Type

Shrub, Ground cover

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

3-6'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Foundation, Parking Strip, Parking Lot, Roadside, With Rocks

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Irrigate in the early morning to minimize evaporation.