Cistus calycinus — an easy houseplant, prefers full sun light
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Cistus calycinus

Cistus Calycinus

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A note from PlantMom

Yellow rock rose has strong disease resistance and is generally unlikely to suffer from illnesses. In terms of maintenance, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs little watering, and larger specimens usually do not require pruning. Smaller specimens, however, should be pruned after they finish blooming. Yellow rock rose is well suited for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or deck, and does not demand much gardening experience.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Cistus Calycinus.

Light

Yellow rock rose is native to open habitats like sunny grasslands and woodland borders, areas that offer plenty of light. It flourishes in fully sunlit conditions but can also withstand partial sunlight, showing great adaptability to different levels of sun exposure.

Temperature

The Yellow rock rose demonstrates strong resilience to heat, with the ability to endure elevated temperatures and significant temperature fluctuations. It's crucial to monitor the watering and afford suitable shading during hot conditions to avoid sun scorching. Conversely, Yellow rock rose shows a weaker resistance to colder temperatures. It can handle a certain level of cold, however, an extreme cold setting may result in frost harm.

Fertilizer

The effectiveness of fertilizing Yellow rock rose heavily depends on timing. Apply fertilizer starting at the beginning of spring, repeating this process monthly until the start of summer. The role of fertilizer is to aid in the generation of beautiful flowers and furnish energy during periods of dormancy and growth.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Shrub
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Cistus
Family
Cistaceae
Hardiness Zone
7-10
Mature Height
49 cm
Mature Spread
49 cm
Leaf Color
Gray, Dark Gray
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Size
3.05 cm to 5.08 cm
Bloom Time
Mid spring, Late spring, Early summer
Planting Time
Spring, Summer
Harvest Time
Mid summer, Late summer, Early fall
Native Area
Morocco, Spain, Portugal
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Yellow Rock Rose
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Cistus calycinus leaf
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Cistus calycinus flower
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Cistus calycinus bark
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Cistus calycinus habit
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