• Cistus × corbariensis
  • Cistus × corbariensis
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Cistus × corbariensis

Rock Rose

£14.39
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£14.39

3 litre pot

Create a fuss-free, sun-soaked garden with Cistus × corbariensis, an evergreen beauty that delivers pure white blooms in early summer and thrives on minimal attention. Perfect for coastal gardens, gravel paths, or dry borders, this low-maintenance shrub brings pollinator power and year-round greenery wherever it's planted.
  • Ideal for Mediterranean and coastal planting
  • Evergreen structure year-round
  • Suitable for poor, stony soils
  • Attracts bees and other pollinators

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  • Aspect

    Full sun

  • Hardiness

    Fully hardy

  • Flowers

    May, June

  • Soil type

    Well-drained, sandy or stony soils

Cistus × corbariensis
Cistus × corbariensis

  • Why we like this plant

    If you’re looking for an easy-going shrub that thrives in heat, poor soil, and neglect, Cistus × corbariensis is a go-to. It lights up dry borders and coastal plots with simple white flowers and keeps things looking fresh year-round with its evergreen foliage. Low-fuss and effortlessly elegant, it’s a favourite for sunny, naturalistic gardens.

  • About this plant

    Cistus × corbariensis is a compact, rounded evergreen shrub with a soft, mounding habit and small, aromatic green leaves. It produces a flush of delicate white flowers from late spring into early summer, each with a subtle yellow centre. Though each bloom lasts only a day, the shrub is covered in flowers for several weeks. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in hot, dry conditions and is perfect for coastal gardens, gravel borders, or Mediterranean-style plantings. Hardy and undemanding, it’s a reliable choice for poor soils and sunny sites.

  • Key features

    • Pure white flowers with soft yellow centres
    • Compact, evergreen form
    • Drought and salt tolerant
    • Excellent for wildlife gardens
    • Low maintenance

  • Eventual height and
    spread

    Height: 80–100cm | Spread: 100–120cm

  • Growth
    habit

    Naturally rounded and compact, with neat evergreen foliage and a profusion of small white flowers.

  • Moisture

    Dry to moderately moist; drought tolerant once established

  • Position in
    the Garden

    Ideal for sunny slopes, rockeries, dry borders, and coastal locations

Planting guide

Plant in spring or autumn in a sunny, sheltered spot. Prefers well-drained, even stony soil. Do not fertilise heavily—lean soil encourages better flowering.

Care tips

Avoid hard pruning; simply trim lightly after flowering to keep shape. Ensure soil drains well—this plant dislikes soggy roots.

Winter care

Mulch lightly in autumn to protect roots in colder areas. Ensure good drainage to avoid root rot during wet winters. No pruning required except for light shaping.