Sage-leaf Rock Rose
(Cistus salviifolius)

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A small shrub growing to 1m high by 1m spread. It has small, grey-green leaves and produces masses of white-pink flowers during spring. Tolerating a range of soil conditions, this is best sited where there is good drainage and full sun.

Type
Exotic
Maintenance
Low
Water use
Moderate
Lifecycle
Perennial
Size
Small shrubs 0.5 - 3 metres
Foliage
Evergreen
Zones
Semi-arid with summer rain, Arid interior, Semi-arid with winter rain, Moist temperate with warm summers, Winter rains with dry summers
Soils
Sandy, Loam, Clay
Tolerances
Frost
Regions
Central Highlands Garden, Yarra Valley Water plants
Shade levels
Full sun
Flowering seasons
Spring
Colours
White, Pink
Gardens
Hardy