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Cistus × hybridus Rospico ('Rencis'PBR) (v)

A bushy evergreen shrub to 1m high, with ovate, dark green leaves with wavy, creamy yellow margins. Produces red buds that open to white flowers with yellow centres, held singly or in clusters of two or three from late spring to early summer. Leaves are often tinted pink in winter

Synonyms
Cistus × hybridus 'Rencis'PBR
Cistus × corbariensis 'Rospico'
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
1–1.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring White Green Cream Yellow
Summer White Green Cream Yellow
Autumn Green Cream Yellow
Winter Green Yellow Pink
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

South–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Drought resistance
Yes
Hardiness
H4
Botanical details
Family
Cistaceae
Native to the UK
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Bushy
Genus

Cistus are evergreen shrubs with simple, opposite leaves and 5-petalled, bowl-shaped, white, pink or purplish flowers, each lasting a single day, over a long period in summer

Name status

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How to grow

Cultivation

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

Propagation

Propagate by seed sown as soon as ripe, or by softwood cuttings in summer. As this plant is protected by Plant Breeders' Rights, any propagation should be for personal rather than commercial use

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Coastal
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Gravel garden
  • Patio and container plants
  • Rock garden
  • Banks and slopes
  • Flower borders and beds
Pruning

Pruning group 8 or 9. Pinch back after flowering to maintain a bushy habit; does not respond well to hard pruning

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

May be susceptible to honey fungus

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