Thompson & Morgan Cistus Pulverulentus Sunset 3 Litre Potted Plant x 2

Rock Rose ‘Sunset’, also known as Sun Rose, is a low-growing shrub that is a ‘must-have’ for hot, sunny borders and gravel gardens. The bright pink, tissue-paper blooms are borne in abundance from June to August, each lasting just a day, before a new bloom opens to take its place. Green-grey, wavy, evergreen foliage provides year round interest and colour. Rock Rose ‘Sunset’ enjoys poor, dry soils where many plants would struggle, and even copes well in coastal conditions. Although hard to around -5°C, rock roses will appreciate a sheltered position with some winter protection. Choose a sheltered positon in full sun when growing Rock Rose ‘Sunset’. Cistus plants will happily grown in poor soils. When planting in patio containers, use a good quality soil-based compost. Feed and water Rock Rose ‘Sunset’ regularly throughout the growing season while young plants becomes established. To encourage a bushy habit, pink back young plants after flowering. Pruning Cistus is best undertaken in mid spring once temperatures have started to rise. Remove any damaged, diseased of misplaced shoots and, if needed, lightly trim shoots to maintain a good shape. Avoid hard pruning as Cistus plants will not regenerate from old wood. Ideal For: Patio, Cottage Gardens, Low Maintenance Gardens, Coastal Gardens Hardiness: Hardy Position in: Full Sun Height: Up to 60cm Spread: Up to 90cm Ease of Growing: Easy for All Ease of Aftercare: Easy for All Features: Rock Rose ‘Sunset’ produces bright pink, tissue-paper in abundance from June to August, each lasting just a day before a new one takes its place Wavy edged, grey-green evergreen foliage provides year round interest and colour ‘Sunset’ is ideal for areas with dry, poor soils and even copes well in coastal conditions Ideal for cottage garden style planting and patio containers Specifications: Model Number: T66637P