Cistus × sahucii

RHS Plant Profile
Sahuc rock rose

Synonyms

Cistus × revolii misapplied
× Halimiocistus sahucii
× Halimiocistus revolii misapplied
Cistus sahucii

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Shrubs

A dense, low-growing dwarf evergreen shrub with narrow, dark green leaves and pure white flowers 2.5cm in width, with yellow stamens

Position

Full sun

Soil Types

Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand

Max Height

0.1-0.5 metres

Max Spread

0.5-1 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
5–10 years
Max Spread
0.5-1 metres
Max Height
0.1-0.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Chalk Clay Loam Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H4
Drought Resistance
Yes

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Cistaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
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
Correct
Plant Range
France

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in sandy well-drained soil in full sun

Propagation

Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Low Maintenance
  • Banks and slopes
  • Ground cover

Pruning

Pruning group 9

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free