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Sage-leaved Rock-rose
Cistus salviifolius
shrub☀️ full sun💧 low water
A low-growing Mediterranean shrub with narrow, sage-like gray-green foliage and delicate white or pale pink flowers with yellow centers. Extremely drought-tolerant and ideal for dry, sunny gardens.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
high
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 8a to Zone 10bSeasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SpringSummer
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
pioneerearly successional
Native Range
Mediterranean
Function & Care
erosion controlpollinator nectarywildlife benefit
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation