Florentine rock rose
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A compact, evergreen shrub with small, narrow, grey-green leaves and white, saucer-shaped, flowers with yellow centres in small clusters in summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- Florentine rock rose (Cistus × florentinus)
- Genus
- Cistus
- Family
- Cistaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 1-1.5 metres
- Height
- 1-1.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Florentine rock rose
Distribution map
Southern Europe, Northern Africa
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Florentine rock rose
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Florentine rock rose care guide
- Water sparingly once established, with excellent drainage
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Water sparingly once established, with excellent drainage
Fertilizing
FertilizingLight low nitrogen feed in spring
Pruning
PruningUsually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by softwood cuttings
Growing
GrowingWill grow well in poor soils, but requires full sun and shelter
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus
Pests
Generally pest-free
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