Cistus x pulverulentus 'Sunset' | Magenta Rock Rose
DESCRIPTION
Cistus x pulverulentus 'Sunset' is an evergreen shrub celebrated for its vibrant flowers and textured foliage. From late spring through summer, it produces an abundance of bright magenta-pink blooms with a sunny yellow center, adding bold color to the landscape. The flowers, with their delicate, crinkled petals, create a charming contrast against the dense, gray-green, slightly hairy leaves.
This cultivar, a hybrid Mediterranean species, was developed for its drought tolerance and extended blooming season. Ideal for sunny borders, rock gardens, or Mediterranean-style plantings, 'Sunset' offers a blend of vivid floral displays and silvery foliage that provides year-round visual interest. Its ability to thrive in challenging conditions makes it a reliable and decorative choice for many garden styles.
DESCRIPTION
Cistus x pulverulentus 'Sunset' is an evergreen shrub celebrated for its vibrant flowers and textured foliage. From late spring through summer, it produces an abundance of bright magenta-pink blooms with a sunny yellow center, adding bold color to the landscape. The flowers, with their delicate, crinkled petals, create a charming contrast against the dense, gray-green, slightly hairy leaves.
This cultivar, a hybrid Mediterranean species, was developed for its drought tolerance and extended blooming season. Ideal for sunny borders, rock gardens, or Mediterranean-style plantings, 'Sunset' offers a blend of vivid floral displays and silvery foliage that provides year-round visual interest. Its ability to thrive in challenging conditions makes it a reliable and decorative choice for many garden styles.
DESCRIPTION
Cistus x pulverulentus 'Sunset' is an evergreen shrub celebrated for its vibrant flowers and textured foliage. From late spring through summer, it produces an abundance of bright magenta-pink blooms with a sunny yellow center, adding bold color to the landscape. The flowers, with their delicate, crinkled petals, create a charming contrast against the dense, gray-green, slightly hairy leaves.
This cultivar, a hybrid Mediterranean species, was developed for its drought tolerance and extended blooming season. Ideal for sunny borders, rock gardens, or Mediterranean-style plantings, 'Sunset' offers a blend of vivid floral displays and silvery foliage that provides year-round visual interest. Its ability to thrive in challenging conditions makes it a reliable and decorative choice for many garden styles.
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Family: Cistaceae
Height: 1–2 feet
Width: 3–5 feet
Foliage Color: Gray-green leaves with a slightly textured surface
Flower Color: Bright magenta-pink flowers with yellow centers
Bloom Time: Late spring to summer
Light Requirements: Full sun
Water Requirements: Low
Maintenance: Low; prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and promote new growth
Growing Zone: USDA Zones 8–10
Wildlife Attractors: Bees and butterflies
