Cistus pulverulentus Sunset - Rock Rose Sunset 3 Litre Pot

Cistus pulverulentus Sunset - Rock Rose Sunset

A striking compact evergreen shrub that produces masses of vibrant cerise-pink flowers with bright yellow centres in early summer. The grey-green foliage provides year-round structure and contrasts beautifully with the colourful blooms.

Seasonal Highlights

Early summer sees the plant covered in eye-catching cerise-pink flowers that create a spectacular display. Each papery flower features a prominent yellow centre. The grey-green evergreen foliage looks attractive throughout the year.

Key Features

• Vibrant cerise-pink flowers with yellow centres
• Compact rounded evergreen habit
• Grey-green aromatic foliage
• Extremely drought tolerant once established
• Thrives in poor soils and coastal exposure

Perfect For

Ideal for Mediterranean gardens, gravel gardens, coastal plantings, and sunny borders. Works beautifully in rockeries and on banks. Perfect for hot, dry positions and low-maintenance planting schemes.

Growing Tips

Plant in full sun in well-drained, preferably poor or average soil. Avoid rich, moisture-retentive soils. Excellent tolerance of drought, heat, and coastal conditions once established. Trim lightly after flowering to maintain shape. Avoid pruning into old wood.

Looks Great With

Combines beautifully with lavender, santolina, phlomis, and other Mediterranean shrubs. The pink flowers complement silver foliage plants and blue-flowered ceanothus. Works well alongside ornamental grasses.

A colourful and resilient evergreen shrub that thrives in sunny, well-drained positions.