rock rose 'Sunset'

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Sunset' is a low spreading shrub with wavy, grey-green leaves and clusters of yellow-centred, rose-pink flowers 5cm across

rock rose 'Sunset'

Scientific classification

Species
rock rose 'Sunset' (Cistus × pulverulentus 'Sunset')
Genus
Cistus
Family
Cistaceae
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Toxicity
Shrubs
Plant type
0.1-0.5 metres
Height
0.5-1 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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rock rose 'Sunset'

Distribution of rock rose 'Sunset'

Distribution map

Distribution of the original taxon: Cistus × incanus
  • Native
  • Introduced
  • Cultivated

Source:WCVP v16 · Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew · CC BY 3.0 · Boundaries:WGSRPD / TDWG

Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of rock rose 'Sunset'

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rock rose 'Sunset' care guide

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Watering
Full sun
Sunlight
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Watering

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

Fertilizing

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

Pruning

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

Propagation

Propagate by softwood cuttings

Growing

Will grow well in poor soils but may become chlorotic with age on chalky soils. Needs a sheltered position in full sun

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Common pests and diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to honey fungus

Pests

Generally pest-free

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