Poplar-leaved cistus
Cistus populifolius
Poplar-leaved cistus is a sun-loving Mediterranean shrub with large white flowers and attractive poplar-like foliage that is well adapted to dry, rocky soils. Once established it requires very little water and thrives with neglect, making it an ideal choice for drought-prone gardens. Plant in full sun to part shade in free-draining soil and prune lightly after flowering to maintain a tidy shape.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
24″ – 60″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
36″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Deeply But Infrequently, Allowing The Soil To Dry Out Almost Completely Between Waterings
Soil pH
4.5 – 5
Temperature
0° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 36″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Apr 26, 2016 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)
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