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Growing Info

Scarification: Pour boiling water over seed , let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 1/4 deep, keep moist, tamp the soil

Native to: Algeria, Baleares, France, Italy, Morocco, Portugal, Sardegna, Spain

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Cistus albidusCistus albidus

Grey-Leaved Cistus, White-Leaved Rock Rose

In Stock: 3.233 lb (Total:3.233lb)

Cistus albidus

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3.23 lb

Details

Germination:

91%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

390,834

Quantity:

3.23 lb

Collected in:

Spain

Crop year:

2022

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1832151

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Pour boiling water over seed , let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 1/4 deep, keep moist, tamp the soil

Native to: Algeria, Baleares, France, Italy, Morocco, Portugal, Sardegna, Spain

Native

Introduced

Discover the charm of Cistus albidus, also known as Grey-Leaved Cistus or White-Leaved Rock Rose, an enchanting evergreen shrub native to the sun-soaked regions of southwestern Europe and North Africa. This bushy perennial thrives in a variety of garden settings, from cottage and informal gardens to Mediterranean landscapes and coastal areas. Ideal for shrub borders or adding interest to rocky hillsides, its compact form grows to about three feet tall and wide, making it perfect for container planting or brightening flower beds.

Cistus albidus features oblong, white-felted leaves, lending a distinctive pale green-grey hue to your garden. In summer, it graces the landscape with clusters of delicate lilac-pink flowers, each adorned with a golden-yellow center. While these papery blooms last just a day, they are produced abundantly all summer, ensuring a constant burst of color.

To ensure your Cistus albidus thrives, plant it in well-drained soil with poor to moderate fertility, and position it in full sun. It requires some shelter from harsh frosts and benefits from occasional pruning of young plants. With its dense, bushy growth and charming floral display, this shrub is a delightful addition for gardens aiming to capture the essence of the Mediterranean.