Cistus creticus subsp incanus - Cistaceae - Rock Rose

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Arbuste à feuillage persistant
Floraison: Summer
Hauteur: 75cm
Guide de rusticité: 8 9
Germination: Expérience utile
Entretien: Entretien et soins nécessaires
Désignation: A charming evergreen shrub, quick to
flower from seed, often within 18 months. This older
variety was seen in gardens back in the 1700's. The
rich-pink blooms create a stunning carpet. Hardy in
the UK, Europe, Japan & Australia.
Of Mediterranean origin, the name Cistus is a
modified form of the Greek, kistos, while creticus is
a word which denotes that this particular species is
from Crete. Cistus belongs to the Rock Rose family,
a group which also includes Halimum,
Helianthemum and Halimocistus to name but a few.
Excellent ground cover as the plant naturally keeps
very low to the ground and the flowers are almost
stemless. Can also be used as miniature hedging or
at the front of cottage garden borders.
Semis: Sow February to July at 15-20C (59-68F) on
the surface of a good, free-draining compost, do not
cover seed. Place in a propagator or seal container
in a polythene bag until after germination which
usually takes 14-30 days. Do not exclude light at
any stage as this is beneficial to germination. It is
often beneficial to chip seed coat prior to sowing.
Culture: Pricking out (Transplanting): Cistus dislike
root disturbance so transplant as soon as large
enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Grow on in
cool conditions. Planting out: When well grown,
gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions before
planting out after all risk of frost, 45cm (18in) apart.
Prefers a poor but well drained soil in full sun. Can
tolerate winds, therefore a good maritime plant.
Entretien: Prune back any straggly growth on young
plants during March.
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