Cretan rockrose

How to Grow and Care for Cretan rockrose

Cretan rockrose · Cistus creticus

Grow in poor to moderately fertile soil in sheltered site in full sun. Usually lime tolerant, but can become chlorotic on very alkaline soils

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

Planting and Growing Cretan rockrose

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, deep soak only during prolonged hot spells
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeChalk · Clay · 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 soil in sheltered site in full sun. Usually lime tolerant, but can become chlorotic on very alkaline soils

How to Water Cretan rockrose?

Moderate regular watering, deep soak only during prolonged hot spells

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Cretan rockrose?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Cretan rockrose?

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What Soil Is Best for Cretan rockrose?

Soil type
Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for Cretan rockrose?

Well drained

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How to Fertilize Cretan rockrose?

Balanced evergreen shrub feed applied once per early spring yearly

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How to Prune Cretan rockrose?

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 Cretan rockrose?

Propagate by seed; sow as soon as ripe and keep in cold frame or sow in spring. Take softwood cuttings in summer

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How to Transplant Cretan rockrose?

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How to Care for Cretan rockrose in Winter?

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How to Plant Cretan rockrose?

Grow in poor to moderately fertile soil in sheltered site in full sun. Usually lime tolerant, but can become chlorotic on very alkaline soils

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How to Repot Cretan rockrose?

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How to Harvest Cretan rockrose?

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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 Cretan rockrose

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Attributes of Cretan rockrose

Plant typeShrubs
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitBushy
OriginMediterranean

Scientific Classification

Species
Cistus creticus
Genus
Cistus
Family
Cistaceae
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