Cistus obtusifolius - P11

Description
The Rock rose (Cistus obtusifolius) is a bushy, compact garden plant that produces white, cupped flowers. They appear from June to August. The Rock rose also has lanceolate, dark green leaves. In a sunny, sheltered location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 1 m and grows to approx. 1 m wide.

Bulletpoints
* the blossoms are very popular with bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * suitable for containers

Leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Rock rose are dark green, lanceolate.

Growth
Rock rose is bushy and compact in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny, sheltered position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.

Flower
The white, cupped flowers appear from June to August.

Use
Group planting, rock garden, bee pasture, border, tub, balcony/patio