Also known as Common Rock Rose · Corbières Rock Rose · Cultivated Rock Rose
Corbières Rock-rose (Cistus x hybridus) is a hardy, evergreen shrub with fragrant, white flowers, ideal for sunny, dry gardens and rockeries.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers a location that receives at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal flowering and health.
Drought Tolerant
25% intensity
Water moderately when young, then sparingly once established. Allow soil to dry out between waterings.
Well-drained, Sandy, Chalky
50% intensity
Moderate to Warm
50% intensity
Prefers temperate to warm climates. Protect from severe frost, especially when young. Tolerates heat well.
Low Feeding
10% intensity
Does not require regular fertilization; thrives in poor, well-drained soils. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately during the first year to establish roots. Once established, Cistus x hybridus is very drought tolerant.
Water only during prolonged dry spells in summer, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering can lead to root rot.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Avoid heavy pruning into old wood, as it may not regrow.
Pruning helps to keep the plant tidy and promotes more abundant blooms.
Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. Insert cuttings into a well-draining compost mix. Keep moist and in a sheltered position. Rooting can take several weeks.
Alternatively, sow seeds in spring, though germination can be erratic.
Repotting is rarely necessary for established plants, as Cistus x hybridus prefers to be slightly pot-bound and dislikes root disturbance. If container growing, repot young plants every 2-3 years in spring into a slightly larger pot with excellent drainage.
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Where Corbières Rock-Rose (Cistus x hybridus) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malvales |
| Family | Cistaceae |
| Genus | Cistus |
| Species | Cistus x hybridus |
Similar in genus Cistus
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