Cistus purpureus - 2 Ltr pot

Description
The Purple-flowered rock rose (Cistus x purpureus) is a compact small shrub that produces pink flowers. They appear from June to August. The Purple-flowered rock rose also has lanceolate, grey-green leaves. In a sunny, sheltered location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 80 cm and is approx. 50 cm wide.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Cistus purpureus, Cistus crispus.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies

leaves
The wintergreen leaves of Purple-flowered rock rose are grey-green, lanceolate.

Frost hardiness
Frost-free overwintering at 5 to 10°C is required.

Growth
Purple-flowered rock rose is a compact growing small shrub. It usually reaches a height of 20 - 80 cm and is approx. 20 - 50 cm wide.

Water
This plant has a low water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny, sheltered position.

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
If watered less frequently but thoroughly and thoroughly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
The pink flowers appear from June to August.

Use
Group planting, rock garden, bee pasture, bed edging