CISTUS Sunset

Planting Conditions and Ideal Location

• Light Requirements: Requires full sun for best flowering and dense, healthy growth.

• Soil Preferences: Prefers well-drained soil—light sandy loam or gravelly soil is ideal. Poor, stony ground works well, but avoid heavy clay unless improved with grit or compost.

• pH Range: Thrives in slightly acidic to neutral soils (pH 6.0–7.5).

• Moisture Needs: Drought-tolerant once mature but water regularly during the first growing season to establish strong roots.

• Planting Time: Best planted in spring or early autumn when conditions are mild and soil retains some warmth.

• Spacing: Allow 1 metre between plants for good airflow and to accommodate natural spread.

• Positioning Tips: Excellent for Mediterranean-style borders, gravel gardens, slopes, and coastal sites. Works well in sunny rockeries.

• Shelter Needs: Hardy but appreciates protection from cold, drying winds in exposed areas.

• Companion Planting: Pairs beautifully with lavender, rosemary, thyme, and ornamental grasses for a cohesive drought-tolerant planting scheme.

Routine Care, Feeding, and Seasonal Maintenance

• Watering:

  • Keep soil lightly moist for the first few months after planting.

  • Once established, water only during prolonged dry spells.

• Feeding: Apply a light dressing of balanced fertilizer in early spring to encourage healthy growth and flowering. Avoid overfeeding, which can cause excess foliage and fewer blooms.

• Pruning:

  • Lightly trim immediately after flowering to maintain a compact, rounded shape and encourage fresh shoots.

  • Avoid cutting into old wood, as regrowth may be poor.

• Mulching: Use a thin layer of gravel or grit mulch to aid drainage and suppress weeds. Avoid heavy, moisture-retaining organic mulches.

• Pest and Disease Resistance: Generally pest-free and disease-resistant; main risk is root rot from poor drainage.

• Winter Care: Hardy in well-drained soils; in colder or wetter regions, plant on a slope or raised bed for improved drainage.

• Propagation: Best propagated from semi-ripe cuttings in late summer for reliable results.

Ornamental Features, Seasonal Interest, and Garden Uses

• Foliage: Small, grey-green evergreen leaves provide attractive year-round texture and colour.

• Flowers: Produces masses of magenta-pink blooms with bright yellow centres from late spring through midsummer. Each flower lasts just one day but is quickly replaced, creating a continuous display.

• Fragrance: Foliage has a light, resinous aroma, especially in warm weather.

• Wildlife Benefits: Flowers are rich in nectar, attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

• Ornamental Value: Combines vibrant flowers with compact evergreen foliage, making it an excellent low-maintenance feature for sunny gardens.

• Garden Design Uses:

  • Perfect for rock gardens and Mediterranean borders.

  • Works well for ground cover on sunny banks and slopes.

  • Suitable for coastal planting due to salt tolerance.

  • Complements other drought-tolerant plants in mixed borders or gravel beds.

• Growth and Size: Low-growing, spreading shrub reaching 30–45 cm in height with a spread of around 1 metre.

• Longevity: Long-lived when grown in well-drained soil and pruned lightly each year.

• Seasonal Appeal: Evergreen foliage provides structure in winter, while the vibrant summer blooms create a striking seasonal display.

• Size
  2 Litre

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

Standard Delivery is FREE on orders over €250*

All standard deliveries will be completed within 5-7 working days via Fastway Couriers, any delay to this delivery time, the customer will be notified by One of our staff.

The in-Store delivery charge will vary compared with online, in-store delivery charge is done on a case by case basis. 

* Only mainland Ireland addresses qualify for free delivery.
 

Live Plants Delivery

Our live plants are packed with care and diligence by our staff, our horticulturists review each plant before despatch to ensure quality is maintained.
Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
All live plants are despatched within 3-5 working days where possible, our couriers aim to deliver within 48 hours of despatch from our Garden Centre to allow the plant to arrive in healthy condition.
 

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