Cistus incanus creticus
hoary cistus
Flower Colors
Description
A compact evergreen shrub to 1m high, with deeply veined, grey green ovate leaves with lightly wavy margins. Produces clusters of saucer-shaped, pale lilac pink flowers with yellow stamens in summer
Mature Height
1m
Mature Spread
1m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.3 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H6
Hardiness (USDA)
Zone 8
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Drought resistantGenerally pest-freeCoastalCottage and informal gardenGravel gardenPatio and container plantsRock gardenBanks and slopesFlower borders and beds