Overview
Cistus creticus is a bushy shrubs in the genus Cistus, part of the Cistaceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 1-1.5 metres tall and 1-1.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Cistus creticus grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH.
About
Cistus creticus (pink rock-rose, hoary rock-rose) is a species of shrubby plant in the family Cistaceae. Though it usually has pink flowers, of 4.5–5 cm (1.8–2.0 in) diameter, this species is very variable. It is widely known as a decorative plant. It is frequently called "Cistus incanus". (The true Cistus × incanus is the hybrid C. albidus × C. crispus.) It is native to the central and eastern Mediterranean Basin, including Morocco, Corsica and Sardinia, Italy and southeastern Europe, Turkey, and the Levant. It grows to around 1-1.5 metres tall and 1-1.5 metres wide, carrying evergreen foliage. Grow it in full sun and most soil types. It tolerates soil of any pH, well-drained conditions and south-facing and west-facing aspects.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Cistus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
Plant details
Cistus creticus size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- 1-1.5 metres
- Spread
- 1-1.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cistus creticus?
Cistus creticus prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Cistus creticus need?
Cistus creticus is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
How big does Cistus creticus grow?
Cistus creticus reaches a height of 1-1.5 metres and a spread of 1-1.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
More in the Cistus genus
- Cistus populifolius subsp. majorpoplar-leaved cistus
- Cistus 'McGuire's Gold'
- Cistus hirsutus x corbariensis
- Cistus x cyprius var. ellipticus f. bicolor
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