About

Cistus hirsutus x corbariensis is a named hybrid in the rockrose genus Cistus with garden origins as a cross between two Cistus taxa. It flowers in the UK from May to August. Individual plants and cultivars can vary, so exact habit and size depend on the selected stock. Confirm provenance and care details with the supplier before planting.

About the genus

Cistus is a genus of flowering plants in the rockrose family Cistaceae, containing about 34 species and a similar number of natural hybrids. They are perennial shrubs found on dry or rocky soils throughout the Mediterranean region, from Morocco, Spain, Italy, Greece, through to the Middle East, and also on the Canary Islands.

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In the garden

Cistus hirsutus x corbariensis denotes a hybrid within the genus Cistus; the 'x' points to mixed parentage rather than a single wild species. Flowering in the UK occurs from May to August, so expect the main floral display through late spring and into summer. Precise botanical provenance and cultivar traits can differ between nurseries, so the label and plant description from your supplier are the best source for exact details. Care requirements for Cistus hybrids are not universal, because growth habit, hardiness and ultimate size vary by cross. Before planting, check the supplier’s notes on hardiness, soil preference and mature dimensions; those specifics determine siting, winter protection and pruning needs. When buying, request current photographs or provenance information if the listing does not include them. In a planting plan, use the plant’s flowering season and the supplier-stated size to decide position and companions. If you need clarity on identity or performance in inland or coastal UK locations, ask the nursery whether the stock labelled Cistus hirsutus x corbariensis matches their description and flowering May–August period.