Cistus purpureus
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Orchid Rockrose
| Evergreen-Deciduous | Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Overall Mature Size | Medium |
| Mature Height & Spread | 4-6' x 4-6' |
| Exposure | Full sun |
| Water | Low water |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Bloom Time | Spring, Summer |
| Special Features | Coastal Conditions, Deer Resistant, Hedge, Low Water Use |
| Container Sizes | #1, #5 |
| Natural Growth Habit | Rounding |
| Sunset Garden Zones | 6-9, 14-24 |
| Plant Type | Shrub |
Cistus purpureus (Orchid Rockrose) is a large rockrose. The rich pink blooms (3 or more) are beautifully marked with a purple-red eye at the base of each petal offset nicely by a dense cluster of stamens in the center. Cistus purpureus can grow 4-6′ tall and wide but can be sheared to keep it to a specific size. It’s best to do this in the late spring or early summer when the blooming is finished. Cistus purpureus is the result of a cross between C. ladanifer X C. incanus creticus. They can thrive on minimal summer watering.
