cistus plant
The cistus plant, also commonly known as rock rose, is a striking evergreen shrub that’s perfectly suited for New Zealand gardens. With its vibrant, papery blooms and aromatic foliage, the cistus plant is a standout for dry, sunny spaces and Mediterranean-inspired landscapes. Ideal for gardeners seeking resilient, low-maintenance beauty, cistus offers an impressive display of colour from late spring to early summer, attracting pollinators and offering year-round structure. Whether you’re new to the genus or searching for the ideal plant to brighten your borders, the cistus plant brings a distinctive charm and enduring performance to any outdoor setting.
Cistus lusitanicus (Rock Rose)
Cistus lusitanicus, commonly known as the Gum Cistus, is a striking evergreen shrub valued for its large, white blooms marked with deep crimson spots at the base of each petal. Flowering from late spring into summer, it produces a vibrant display above aromatic, grey-green foliage. This hardy, drought-tolerant shrub thrives in poor soils and hot, sunny positions, making it ideal for low-maintenance, Mediterranean-style, or coastal gardens. Its showy flowers and tough nature make it a favourite with landscapers and gardeners alike.
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Cistus 'Snowmound' (White Rock Rose Plant)
Cistus ‘Snowmound’ is a compact evergreen shrub that produces a breathtaking display of pure white flowers with golden-yellow centres from late spring through summer. Its grey-green foliage forms a neat, mounded habit, offering year-round structure and texture. Highly drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, this hardy shrub thrives in sunny, dry spots and is ideal for coastal, Mediterranean, and rock gardens. Cistus ‘Snowmound’ provides effortless beauty and reliable seasonal colour with minimal care.
