hoary cistus

How to Grow and Care for hoary cistus

hoary cistus · Cistus creticus subsp. incanus
Also known as: rose cistus

Grow in poor to moderately fertile, well drained soil, in a sheltered position in full sun. Plant out when danger of frosts has passed. Generally lime-tolerant, but may become chlorotic on very chalky soils

Watering: Moderate regular watering, deep soak only during prolonged hot spellsSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing hoary cistus

hoary cistus
Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, deep soak only during prolonged hot spells
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
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Soil typeChalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureWell drained
FertilizingBalanced evergreen shrub feed applied once per early spring yearly
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Care Tips

Grow in poor to moderately fertile, well drained soil, in a sheltered position in full sun. Plant out when danger of frosts has passed. Generally lime-tolerant, but may become chlorotic on very chalky soils

How to Water hoary cistus?

Moderate regular watering, deep soak only during prolonged hot spells

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for hoary cistus?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for hoary cistus?

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What Soil Is Best for hoary cistus?

Soil type
Chalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for hoary cistus?

Well drained

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How to Fertilize hoary cistus?

Balanced evergreen shrub feed applied once per early spring yearly

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How to Prune hoary cistus?

Usually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.

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How to Propagate hoary cistus?

Propagate by seed sown as soon as ripe, or by softwood cuttings in summer

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How to Transplant hoary cistus?

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How to Care for hoary cistus in Winter?

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How to Plant hoary cistus?

Grow in poor to moderately fertile, well drained soil, in a sheltered position in full sun. Plant out when danger of frosts has passed. Generally lime-tolerant, but may become chlorotic on very chalky soils

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How to Repot hoary cistus?

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How to Harvest hoary cistus?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to honey fungus

Pests

Generally pest-free

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The Toxicity of hoary cistus

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Attributes of hoary cistus

Plant typeShrubs
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitBushy
OriginSouthern Europe

Scientific Classification

Species
Cistus creticus subsp. incanus
Genus
Cistus
Family
Cistaceae
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