Cistus crispus 'Santa Cruz'

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Santa Cruz Rockrose

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Information by: Native Sons Nursery Photographer: Susan Frommer

Description

'Santa Cruz' is an evergreen shrub that loves sun, grows fast, and is tolerant of aridity. The foliage is a soft green to grayish color. Blooms are deep purplish-pink. 3'H x 3-4'W

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Pink, Purple

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Invasive

Design Styles

Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Foundation, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Filler, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.