Friday, March 7, 2014
Pearly Everlasting
Anaphalis margaritacea ( Pearly Everlasting )
A fast growing to invasive, rhizomatous perennial, reaching a maximum size of 4 x 4 ( rarely over 3 ) feet, that is native to North America and eastern Asia. It is very beautiful and is useful in the landscape where it has room to spread.
The lance-shaped leaves, up to 5.5 inches in length, are whitish-gray.
The abundant, white flowers, up to 0.3 inches across, are borne on loose heads during late summer to early autumn. The flowers attract butterflies.
Hardy zones 2 to 9 in full sun on very well drained soil. Moderately drought tolerant and also poor soil tolerant, too much moisture may cause rot during winter. Deadhead to encourage repeat blooming, plants can be cut to ground during late fall. Clumps should be divided every 3 years during autumn or spring to maintain vigor.
* photo taken on Sep 14 2013 in Columbia, MD
* photo of unknown internet source
Anaphalis nubigena
A low growing, compact perennial, reaching a maximum size of 8 inches x 3 feet.
It makes a great plant for the rock garden.
The lance-shaped leaves, up to 5.5 inches in length, are silvery.
The abundant, white flowers are borne on loose heads during late summer to early autumn.
Hardy zones 3 to 8 in full sun on very well drained soil. It is very drought tolerant. Too much moisture may cause rot during winter. Clumps should be divided every 3 years during autumn or spring to maintain vigor.
Anaphalis triplinervis
A fast growing to invasive perennial, reaching a maximum size of 2.5 x 3 ( rarely over 2 ) feet, that is native to the Himalayas.
The lance-shaped leaves, up to 8 inches in length, are silvery above, densely hairy beneath.
The abundant, white flowers are borne on loose heads during late summer to early autumn.
Hardy zones 2 to 9 in full sun on moist, well drained soil. It is not drought tolerant. Clumps should be divided every 3 years during autumn or spring to maintain vigor.
Anaphalis yedoensis ( Japanese Pearly Everlasting )
An erect perennial, reaching a maximum size of 32 inches x 4 feet, that is native to the Himalayas and Japan.
The lance-shaped leaves, up to 5 inches in length, are silvery.
The abundant, white flowers are borne on flat heads over a long season lasting from mid to late summer.
Hardy zones 3 to 9 in full sun on very well drained soil. Too much moisture may cause rot during winter. Clumps should be divided every 3 years during autumn or spring to maintain vigor.
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A fast growing to invasive, rhizomatous perennial, reaching a maximum size of 4 x 4 ( rarely over 3 ) feet, that is native to North America and eastern Asia. It is very beautiful and is useful in the landscape where it has room to spread.
The lance-shaped leaves, up to 5.5 inches in length, are whitish-gray.
The abundant, white flowers, up to 0.3 inches across, are borne on loose heads during late summer to early autumn. The flowers attract butterflies.
Hardy zones 2 to 9 in full sun on very well drained soil. Moderately drought tolerant and also poor soil tolerant, too much moisture may cause rot during winter. Deadhead to encourage repeat blooming, plants can be cut to ground during late fall. Clumps should be divided every 3 years during autumn or spring to maintain vigor.
* photo taken on Sep 14 2013 in Columbia, MD
* photo of unknown internet source
Anaphalis nubigena
A low growing, compact perennial, reaching a maximum size of 8 inches x 3 feet.
It makes a great plant for the rock garden.
The lance-shaped leaves, up to 5.5 inches in length, are silvery.
The abundant, white flowers are borne on loose heads during late summer to early autumn.
Hardy zones 3 to 8 in full sun on very well drained soil. It is very drought tolerant. Too much moisture may cause rot during winter. Clumps should be divided every 3 years during autumn or spring to maintain vigor.
Anaphalis triplinervis
A fast growing to invasive perennial, reaching a maximum size of 2.5 x 3 ( rarely over 2 ) feet, that is native to the Himalayas.
The lance-shaped leaves, up to 8 inches in length, are silvery above, densely hairy beneath.
The abundant, white flowers are borne on loose heads during late summer to early autumn.
Hardy zones 2 to 9 in full sun on moist, well drained soil. It is not drought tolerant. Clumps should be divided every 3 years during autumn or spring to maintain vigor.
Anaphalis yedoensis ( Japanese Pearly Everlasting )
An erect perennial, reaching a maximum size of 32 inches x 4 feet, that is native to the Himalayas and Japan.
The lance-shaped leaves, up to 5 inches in length, are silvery.
The abundant, white flowers are borne on flat heads over a long season lasting from mid to late summer.
Hardy zones 3 to 9 in full sun on very well drained soil. Too much moisture may cause rot during winter. Clumps should be divided every 3 years during autumn or spring to maintain vigor.
Wood Rush
Luzula
Luzula luzuloides
A fast spreading to invasive, dense, rhizomatous groundcover grass, reaching a maximum height of 32 inches.
The leaf blades are up to 22 inches in length.
The creamy-white flowers are borne on clusters from early to mid summer.
They are followed by attractive seed heads.
Hardy zones 3 to 8 in partial to full shade on just about any soil. It is dry shade tolerant. It is rarely bothered by insect pests or disease.
Luzula nivea Ruby Stiletto
A vigorous, compact, clumping, semi-evegreen to evergreen, perennial grass, reaching a maximum size of 1 x 2 feet.
The fine-textured grayish foliage is tipped and edged red, with the color intensifying during winter into early spring.
The flowers are borne late spring into early summer.
Hardy zones 3 to 8 in partial shade. It is rarely bothered by insect pests or disease.
Luzula sylvatica ( Greater Wood Rush )
A beaufiful, dense, strongly rhizomatous, semi-evergreen perennial grass, reaching a maximum size of 3 x 3.5 feet, that is native to woodlands from Europe to Turkey.
Greater Wood Rush makes a great woodland groundcover for colder climates. The foliage is luxuriant mid-green. The leaf blades are up to 0.5 inches wide.
The flower stems are up to 3 feet high.
Hardy zones 3 to 8 in partial to full shade. It is drought and tree root tolerant. Greater Wood Rush is rarely bothered by insect pests or disease.
* photo taken on Aug 1 2013 in Stratford, Ontario
Variegata ( Banded Greater Wood Rush )
Foliage variegated with golden-yellow margins.
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Luzula luzuloides
A fast spreading to invasive, dense, rhizomatous groundcover grass, reaching a maximum height of 32 inches.
The leaf blades are up to 22 inches in length.
The creamy-white flowers are borne on clusters from early to mid summer.
They are followed by attractive seed heads.
Hardy zones 3 to 8 in partial to full shade on just about any soil. It is dry shade tolerant. It is rarely bothered by insect pests or disease.
Luzula nivea Ruby Stiletto
A vigorous, compact, clumping, semi-evegreen to evergreen, perennial grass, reaching a maximum size of 1 x 2 feet.
The fine-textured grayish foliage is tipped and edged red, with the color intensifying during winter into early spring.
The flowers are borne late spring into early summer.
Hardy zones 3 to 8 in partial shade. It is rarely bothered by insect pests or disease.
Luzula sylvatica ( Greater Wood Rush )
A beaufiful, dense, strongly rhizomatous, semi-evergreen perennial grass, reaching a maximum size of 3 x 3.5 feet, that is native to woodlands from Europe to Turkey.
Greater Wood Rush makes a great woodland groundcover for colder climates. The foliage is luxuriant mid-green. The leaf blades are up to 0.5 inches wide.
The flower stems are up to 3 feet high.
Hardy zones 3 to 8 in partial to full shade. It is drought and tree root tolerant. Greater Wood Rush is rarely bothered by insect pests or disease.
* photo taken on Aug 1 2013 in Stratford, Ontario
Variegata ( Banded Greater Wood Rush )
Foliage variegated with golden-yellow margins.
Thursday, March 6, 2014
Upcycled Daybed
Converting an old iron or metal daybed into an outdoor daybed can be simple and inexpensive. First, look for iron daybeds at estate sales or garage sales, on eBay or Craigslist. Second, to upcycle a daybed and give it a more contemporary look, clean the bed with a steel brush, prime and paint the bed frame with an interesting color like lime green, hot pink, robins egg blue or even a glossy black. For a rustic look, simply wipe down the bed frame, leaving any layered paint or rust. Third, if the springs need to be replaced consider instead building a cedar deck for the bed. Fourth, either have an outdoor cushion made to size for the bed or find a pre-made cushion to rest on the cedar deck or use an inexpensive memory foam mattress and enclose the entire mattress in a waterproof encasement or use an air mattress. Last, slipcover the mattress with an outdoor material like Sunbrella, which has many different colors, patterns and textures appropriate for any style, rustic to contemporary. Ive purchased remnant Sunbrella yardage on Etsy at a great discount. Et voila, you have a charming outdoor daybed!
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Natural Swimming Pool
Wednesday, March 5, 2014
Courtesy of: Amish Gazebos.Rock Rose
Cistus
A genus of evergreen shrubs native to the Mediterranean region of Europe and northern Africa, that is part of the Cistaceae family.
The Rock Roses have a long succession of bloom with each individual flower lasting only 1 day.
All species prefer full sun on light, well drained soil including sand. Native to Mediterranean climates, they require moist conditions during winter ( but not cold and wet ) and dry summers. They also grow in the Pacific Northwest but thrive only where they are NOT irrigated during summer ( making them great low maintenance xeriscape plants - non irrigated landscapes also sprout less weeds ). Extremely drought tolerant, they may drop some or even most of their leaves during very dry summers then releaf during autumn. Rock Roses are even reported to be fire resistant and are clay tolerant if planted on a non-irrigated slope. Rock Roses prefer shelter from excessive cold winter winds as well as late spring frosts. Most species are great for seaside plantings.
Tip prune young plants for the first 2 years to encourage dense growth.
The Rock Roses are deer resistant.
Propagation is from cuttings taken from non-flowering shoots during fall and also softwood cuttings taken during summer. They do not enjoy transplanting so install small plants on their permanent site.
Seed can also be sown during spring but is not recommended for cultivars as the offspring will be variable both in flower and growth habit.
Most species do not like root disturbance, especially transplanting so they should be moved while small. Most species also dont like hard pruning. Plants that are not watered and fertilized during summer generally remain more compact.
* photo of unknown internet source
Cistus x aguilarii Maculatus
A vigorous, erect, evergreen shrub.
Some records include: 10 years - 8 x 8 feet; largest on record - 8 x 8 feet.
The sticky, aromatic, wavy-edged, ovate leaves, up to 6 inches in length, are deep blackish-green.
The single, large, white ( blotched deep red at the petal bases ) flowers, up to 4.8 inches across, are borne during summer.
Hardy zones 7 to 9 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Cistus albidus
A dense, medium-size, evergreen shrub, that is native to southwestern Europe and northern Africa.
Some records include: 10 years - 6.5 x 8 feet; largest on record - 8 x 8 feet.
The leaves, up to 2 inches in length, are woolly and whitish in color.
The pale pink ( centered yellow ) flowers, up to 2.5 inches across, are borne during summer.
The twigs are downy and white.
Hardy zones 7 to 9 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Cistus Ann Baker
A small, spreading, evergreen shrub, reaching up to 3.5 x 5 feet.
The handsome, stalkless foliage is deep green.
The white ( blotched deep red at the petal bases ) flowers, up to 2.5 inches across, are borne late spring through early autumn lasting later than other Cistuss.
The stems are reddish.
Hardy zones 7 to 9
Cistus Anne Palmer
A compact, upright evergreen shrub, reaching a maximum size of 4 x 6 feet, that is the hybrid between Cistus crispus & C. ladanifer. Some records include: 10 years - 3.3 x 3.3 feet.
The purple stems bear long tapered leaves that are deep gray-green.
The huge. light pink flowers, up to 4 inches across, are borne late spring through early autumn.
Hardy zones 7 to 9
Cistus x corbariensis
A fast growing, dense, mounding, spreading, evergreen shrub, that is a hybrid between Cistus populifolius & C. salviifolius.
Some records include: 10 years - 3.3 x 6.5 feet; largest on record - 6 x 10 ( rarely over 5 ) feet.
The very finely-toothed, wavy-edged, pointed, oval leaves are up to 6 inches in length. The foliage is slightly downy and deep green above, pale beneath. The leaves turn grayish during winter.
The flowers, up to 4 inches across, are white and blotched yellow at the petal bases.
The flowers, borne late spring into early summer are red in bud.
Hardy zones 7 to 10 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Cistus creticus ( Hairy Rock Rose )
A rounded, bushy evergreen shrub, rarely over 3.3 feet in height, that is a widespread native of the Mediterranean.
Some records include: 10 years - 5 x 6 feet; largest on record - 5 x 8 feet.
The aromatic, velvety, fuzzy, wavy-edged, oval leaves are up to 3.2 inches in length. The foliage is slightly glossy mid-green above, whitish-green below.
The deep red to purple ( centered yellow ) flowers, up to 2.5 inches across, are borne during summer.
The young stems are downy.
Hardy zones 8 to 10 ( 7 on very protected site ) on light, well drained soil on a hot sunny site. Protect from late spring frosts and excessive winter wind.
Among the most hardy Rock Roses; it is often found in the wild at high elevations where snow covered the ground for most of the winter.
* video found on internet
subsp. incanus
Similar except with leaf margins not wavy and the flowers do not have yellow centers.
Lasca Select
Form great for use as groundcover, reaching up to 3 x 8 feet.
Lasithi
A dwarf form, reaching up to 10 x 20 inches, with small crinkly leaves and deep purplish-pink flowers borne late spring to mid summer.
Hardy zones 8 to 9
Cistus crispus ( Curly-Leafed Rock Rose )
A dense, low, spreading, evergreen shrub, that is native to the western Mediterranean region.
Some records include: 10 years - feet; largest on record - 2 x 5 feet.
The wrinkled leaves, up to 1.7 inches in length, are gray-green.
The crinkled, purplish-pink flowers, up to 2.5 inches across, are borne during summer.
The young stems are hairy and white.
Hardy zones 7 to 9 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Cistus x cyprius
A graceful, vigorous, spreading evergreen shrub that is native to southern Europe and northern Africa.
Some records include: 10 years - 6.5 x 8 feet; largest on record - 8 x 12 ( averaging 5 ) feet.
The aromatic, wavy-edged, oblanceolate leaves, up to 4.8 inches in length, are glossy deep green above, gray downy beneath.
The foliage turns grayish during winter.
The single, large, white ( with deep red blotches ) flowers, up to 4 inches across, are borne during summer.
Hardy zones 7 to 10 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Cistus Doris Hibberson
A compact shrub, reaching up to 3 x 3 feet.
The very aromatic leaves, up to 2 inches in length, are gray-green.
The huge, lavender ( fading to white ) flowers, up to 4 inches across, are borne late spring to early summer.
Hardy zones 7b to 9 ( tolerating as low as 5 F ). Deer resistant.
Tip prune after blooming is finished.
Cistus x dubius Costei
The hybrid between Cistus laurifolius & C. salviifolius. A rounded, small, evergreen shrub, reaching up to 3.3 x 5 feet.
The foliage is bright green.
The profuse, pure white ( with a golden-yellow center ) flowers are borne late spring to mid summer.
Hardy zones 7b to 10. Drought tolerant. Tip prune after blooming is finished to encourage compact habit.
Cistus Elma ( Elma Rock Rose )
The hybrid between Cistus ladanifer & C. laurifolius. A sturdy, bushy evergreen shrub, reaching a maximum size of 8 x 8 ( rarely over 6 ) feet. Some records include: 10 years - 8 x 8 feet.
It is long lived compared to most Rock Roses.
The lance-shaped leaves, up to 4 inches in length, are glossy deep green above, blue-green beneath.
The huge pure white ( with bright yellow center ) flowers are up to 4 inches across.
Hardy zones 7 to 9. Tolerates shearing wall.
Cistus Grayswood Pink
Also called Cistus Silver Pink. A low, spreading shrub, reaching a maximum size of 3 x 5 feet. It looks great mixed in plantings with purple-leafed Barberries.
The foliage is silvery-gray to gray-green.
The very showy flowers are silvery-pink ( paler at the petal bases ) with a yellow center. They are borne late spring to early summer.
Hardy zones 6a to 9
Cistus Jenkyn Place
Also called Cistus x dansereaui Jenkyn Place.
Reaches up to 5 x 5 feet, with profuse, fragrant, huge white flowers that are centered bright yellow. The flowers are borne late spring until autumn frosts.
The handsome foliage is very glossy deep green.
Hardy zones 7a to 9
Cistus ladanifer ( Gum Cistus )
An erect, mid-sized, evergreen shrub, that is native to southwestern Europe and northern Africa.
Some records include: 10 years - 6.5 x 3.3 feet; largest on record - 10 x 10 feet.
The sticky, aromatic, lance-shaped leaves, up to 4 x 2 inches, are glossy deep green above, furry and white beneath. An oily layer coats the leaves reducing moisture loss during summer and making it fire retardant.
The white ( with brownish-red basal blotch ) flowers, up to 4 inches across, are borne during early to mid summer.
Hardy zones 6 to 10 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Shear back by 1/3 after blooming to maintain density but be careful not to cut past green wood and into old wood.
Bennetts White
Very vigorous, reaching up to 6 x 6 ( rarely over 4 ) feet, bearing white flowers mid spring to early summer, repeating in fall.
Hardy zones 8a+
Blanche
An attractive mid-sized shrub, reaching a maximum size of 12 x 8 feet, with foliage that is glossy deep green above, gray beneath. The flowers are white.
Paladin
An attractive mid-sized shrub, reaching a maximum size of 12 x 8 feet, with foliage that is glossy deep green above, pale beneath. The large, white ( with deep red basal blotch ) flowers are up to 5 inches across.
Pat
An attractive mid-sized shrub, reaching a maximum size of 12 x 8 feet, with foliage that is glossy deep green above, pale beneath. The large, white ( with deep red basal blotch ) flowers are up to 5 inches across.
Cistus laurifolius ( Laurel-Leafed Rock Rose )
An open, erect, rounded, large, evergreen shrub, that is native to southwestern Europe, east to Italy. Some records include: 10 years - 6.5 x 6.5 feet; largest on record - 13 x 13 ( rarely over 9 ) feet.
The leathery leaves, up to 4.7 inches in length, are very deep green above, furry and gray to brown beneath. The foliage is aromatic.
The flowers, up to 3 inches across, are white ( yellowish towards the petal bases ).
The stamens are golden-yellow.
The attractive, orangish-red bark is peeling.
Hardy zones 7 to 10 ( possibly 5 & 6 on very protected sites ) on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Bennetts White
Similar with larger flowers, up to 4 inches across.
Cistus libanotis Major
A vigorous, small, evergreen shrub, that is native to Portugal and southwest Spain.
Some records include: 10 years - 3 x 3 ( average ) feet; largest on record - 5 x 5 feet.
The narrow leaves, up to 1.5 inches in length, are downy and gray to deep green.
The leaves are rolled at the edge.
The profuse, pure white ( with red sepals ) flowers, up to 1 inches across, are borne at the stem tips during late spring to early summer.
Hardy zones 7b to 10 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Cistus Little Gem
A small, evergreen shrub, reaching a maximum size of 3 x 4 feet.
The foliage is bright green.
The pure white ( blotched deep red at the petal bases ) flowers are borne late spring to early summer.
Hardy zones 7b to 9
Cistus x lusitanicus
A vigorous, small, evergreen shrub.
Some records include: 10 years - 2 x 2 feet; largest on record - 4 x 3.5 feet.
The wavy-edged, lance-shaped leaves, up to 3.2 inches in length, are deep green.
The foliage is aromatic.
The white ( with petals blotched deep red at the bases ) flowers, up to 3.2 inches across, are borne on cymes
Hardy zones 7 to 9 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Decumbens
A low spreading form, reaching a maximum size of 2 x 6.5 feet. The flowers are more conspicuously blotched.
Jenkyn Place
The white flowers with scarlet-red petal bases are borne over a longer season. Otherwise similar.
Cistus Mickie
A fast growing, small, evergreen shrub, reaching up to 1.5 x 2.5 feet.
The mid-green foliage is boldly margined and streaked bright yellow.
The pure white flowers are borne late spring to early summer.
Hardy zones 7a to 10
Cistus monspessuliensis ( Montpelior Rock Rose )
A bushy, dense, erect, evergreen shrub, that is native to dry hills in southwestern Europe, northern Africa and the Canary Islands.
Some records include: 10 years - feet; largest on record - 5 x 5.5 ( rarely over 3.5 ) feet.
The sticky, very narrow, oblong leaves, up to 2 inches in length, are deep green.
The pure white flowers, up to 1 inches across, are borne in small clusters during early to mid summer.
Hardy zones 7 to 10 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
* excellent photo link found on internet
http://plants.nature4stock.com/?page_id=308
Cistus x obtusifolius
A small, evergreen shrub, that is a hybrid between Cistus hirsutus & C. salviifolius, originating in the wild in southwest Europe.
Some records include: 10 years - 2.5 x 3 feet; largest on record - 3.3 x 5 feet.
The leaves, up to 2 x 0.7 inches, are downy and silver-gray.
The young stems are also silvery-gray and downy.
The profuse, white ( blotched yellow at the petal bases ) flowers, up to 2 inches across, are borne late spring to mid summer.
They are followed by attractive seedheads that last into fall.
Hardy zones 7 to 10 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
It can be kept smaller by shearing after flowering.
Cistus palhinhae
May be a subspecies of Cistus ladanifer which it resembles but in smaller form. A dense, compact, small evergreen shrub, that is native to southwestern Europe and northern Africa.
Some records include: 10 years - 2 feet x 32 inches; largest on record - 3.3 x 4 feet.
The sticky leaves, up to 2.3 inches in length, are glossy deep green above, furry and white beneath.
The white ( with brownish-red basal blotch ) flowers, up to 4 inches across, are borne during summer.
The is a form of this species with flowers that are pure white with no basal blotch.
Hardy zones 6 to 10 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Cistus Paper Moon
Also called Cistus argenteus Paper Moon. A small, evergreen shrub, reaching up to 4 x 3 feet in 3 years, eventually up to 5 x 5 feet.
The narrow foliage is silvery.
The unblotched, pure white flowers are borne late spring to mid summer.
Hardy zones 8 to 9, preferring dry summers.
Cistus parviflorus
A small, evergreen shrub, that is native to Aegean Sea region.
Some records include: 10 years - feet; largest on record - 5 x 5 feet.
The leaves, up to 1.3 inches in length, are gray-green.
The profuse, soft pink flowers, up to 1.5 inches across, are
Hardy zones 8 to 10 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
* excellent photo link found on internet
http://plants.nature4stock.com/?page_id=1710
Cistus Peggy Sammons
Also called Cistus x argentea Peggy Sammons. An upright, evergreen shrub, reaching a maximum size of 6 x 6 ( rarely over 4 ) feet.
The aromatic leaves, up to 2.5 inches in length, are downy, gray-green.
The huge, purplish-pink flowers, up to 2.5 inches across, are borne during summer.
Hardy zones 7 to 9. Shear after flowering for promote dense habit.
Cistus populifolius
A vigorous, erect, evergreen shrub, that is native to the Mediterranean region.
Some records include: 10 years - feet; largest on record - 10 x 7 feet.
The net-veined, long-stalked heart-shaped leaves, up to 4 x 2.5 inches, are hairy and deep green.
The white ( with yellow basal blotches ) flowers, up to 2 inches across, are borne on cymes during summer.
Hardy zones 6 to 9 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Lasiocalyx
Similar, except with larger flowers, up to 3 inches across.
Cistus x pulverulentus
A fast growing, compact, small, evergreen shrub, that is the hybrid between Cistus albidus & C. crispus.
Some records include: 10 years - feet; largest on record - 4 x 5 feet.
The wavy-edged leaves, up to 2.5 inches in length, are gray-green.
The bright pink flowers, up to 2.7 inches across, are borne during summer.
Hardy zones 6 to 10 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site. Very heat tolerant.
Sunset
Vigorous and wide-spreading, reaching up to 2 x 8 feet in 10 years and an eventual maximum size of 4 x 12 feet.
The foliage is silvery.
The intense magenta-pink flowers are borne profusely during late spring into early summer, then sporadically until fall.
Hardy zones 7a+
Cistus x purpureus
A moderate growing, bushy, rounded, medium-sized evergreen shrub, that is the hybrid between Cistus creticus & C. ladanifer
Some records include: 10 years - 4 x 5 feet; largest on record - 10 x 8 feet.
The leaves, up to 2.5 inches in length, are deep gray-green above, hairy & gray beneath. The foliage is aromatic.
The pink to purplish-pink ( blotched deep red at the petal bases ) flowers, up to 3.5 inches across, are
The young stems are sticky.
Hardy zones 7 to 10 ( 6 on protected sites ) on well drained soil on a hot sunny site. Preferring Mediterranean climates, it has been recorded as thriving in the hot humid east in North Carolina. Tolerates salt breezes.
* photos of unknown internet source
Alan Fradd
Reaches up to 6 x 6 feet, with attractive, aromatic, deep green foliage.
The profuse, large, pure white flowers are blotched red at the petal bases.
Hardy zones 7a+
Betty Taudevin
Flowers are deep pinkish-red with deep red basal spots.
Brilliancy
Flowers are deep pink and spotted reddish-brown at the petal bases.
Doris Hibberson
Very profuse light pink flowers.
Cistus salviifolius ( Sage-Leaf Rock Rose )
A bushy, dense, compact, spreading, medium-size, evergreen shrub that is native to hills of the Mediterrranean region, incl southern Europe.
Some records include: 10 years - feet; largest on record - 3.5 x 8 feet.
The wrinkled, woolly, wavy-edged, oval leaves are up to 1.7 x 1 inches in size.
The downy, rough foliage is deep gray-green above, whitish-gray beneath.
The white to pure pale pink ( yellowish towards the petal bases ) flowers, up to 2 inches across, are borne singly or in small clusters during early summer.
Hardy zones 7 to 9 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Can be cut back hard to renovate.
* excellent photo link found on internet
http://plants.nature4stock.com/?page_id=1005
Prostratus
A low, spreading form; reaching a maximum size of 2 x 7 feet, with smaller leaves, up to 0.7 inches in length.
Cistus Silver Pink
An evergreen shrub, reaching a maximum size of 4 x 5 feet, that is the hybrid between Cistus creticus & C. laurifolius. Some records include: 10 years - 32 x 32 inches.
The wavy-edged, lance-shaped leaves, up to 4 inches in length, are mid to deep green above, gray beneath.
The very profuse, silvery-pink ( with no blotches ) flowers, up to 3.2 inches across, are borne late spring through mid summer.
Hardy zones 7 to 9
Cistus x skanbergii
A wide-spreading, evergreen shrub, that is a hybrid between Cistus monspeliensis & C. parviflorus originating in Greece.
Some records include: 10 years - feet; largest on record - 5 x 8 feet.
The leaves, up to 2 inches in length, are
The bright pink flowers, up to 1.5 inches across, are borne in large sprays.
Hardy zones 8 to 10 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Cistus Snow Fire
A vigorous, wide-spreading, evergreen shrub, reaching a maximum size of 5 x 6 feet, that is the hybrid between Cistus inflatus & Cistus populifolius subsp. major.
The wavy-edged leaves are luxuriant glossy bright green.
The profuse, , large, pure white ( blotched deep red on the petal bases and centered yellow )flowers, up to 2.5 inches across, are borne mid spring through late summer.
The stems are reddish.
Hardy zones 7 to 9. Responds well to hard pruning to renovate.
Prefers no summer water.
Cistus Victor Reiter
A very upright, evergreen shrub, reaching up to 5 x 3 feet in 3 years.
The foliage is silvery to gray-green.
The deep pink ( with paler center ) flowers are borne mid spring to early summer.
Hardy zones 7b to 9 ( tolerating 5 F ).
Cut back to 2 feet in height every few years to encourage a dense habit.
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Halimium x pauanum
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A shrub, reaching up to 6.5 x 5 feet.
The profuse, yellow flowers are up to 1.5 inches across.
Halimium x santae
The hybrid between Halimium halimifolium x H ocymoides.
A shrub, reaching up to 3.5 x 3.5 feet.
The yellow flowers are up to 1.5 inches across.
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A shrub, reaching up to 1 x 1.5 feet.
The yellow ( dark centered ) flowers are up to 1.5 inches across.
Halimium Susan
The hybrid between H. lasianthum Formosum & H. ocymoides.
A mounding shrub, reaching up to 1.5 x 2 feet.
The yellow ( brown centered ) flowers are up to 1 inch across.
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A genus of evergreen shrubs native to the Mediterranean region of Europe and northern Africa, that is part of the Cistaceae family.
The Rock Roses have a long succession of bloom with each individual flower lasting only 1 day.
All species prefer full sun on light, well drained soil including sand. Native to Mediterranean climates, they require moist conditions during winter ( but not cold and wet ) and dry summers. They also grow in the Pacific Northwest but thrive only where they are NOT irrigated during summer ( making them great low maintenance xeriscape plants - non irrigated landscapes also sprout less weeds ). Extremely drought tolerant, they may drop some or even most of their leaves during very dry summers then releaf during autumn. Rock Roses are even reported to be fire resistant and are clay tolerant if planted on a non-irrigated slope. Rock Roses prefer shelter from excessive cold winter winds as well as late spring frosts. Most species are great for seaside plantings.
Tip prune young plants for the first 2 years to encourage dense growth.
The Rock Roses are deer resistant.
Propagation is from cuttings taken from non-flowering shoots during fall and also softwood cuttings taken during summer. They do not enjoy transplanting so install small plants on their permanent site.
Seed can also be sown during spring but is not recommended for cultivars as the offspring will be variable both in flower and growth habit.
Most species do not like root disturbance, especially transplanting so they should be moved while small. Most species also dont like hard pruning. Plants that are not watered and fertilized during summer generally remain more compact.
* photo of unknown internet source
Cistus x aguilarii Maculatus
A vigorous, erect, evergreen shrub.
Some records include: 10 years - 8 x 8 feet; largest on record - 8 x 8 feet.
The sticky, aromatic, wavy-edged, ovate leaves, up to 6 inches in length, are deep blackish-green.
The single, large, white ( blotched deep red at the petal bases ) flowers, up to 4.8 inches across, are borne during summer.
Hardy zones 7 to 9 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Cistus albidus
A dense, medium-size, evergreen shrub, that is native to southwestern Europe and northern Africa.
Some records include: 10 years - 6.5 x 8 feet; largest on record - 8 x 8 feet.
The leaves, up to 2 inches in length, are woolly and whitish in color.
The pale pink ( centered yellow ) flowers, up to 2.5 inches across, are borne during summer.
The twigs are downy and white.
Hardy zones 7 to 9 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Cistus Ann Baker
A small, spreading, evergreen shrub, reaching up to 3.5 x 5 feet.
The handsome, stalkless foliage is deep green.
The white ( blotched deep red at the petal bases ) flowers, up to 2.5 inches across, are borne late spring through early autumn lasting later than other Cistuss.
The stems are reddish.
Hardy zones 7 to 9
Cistus Anne Palmer
A compact, upright evergreen shrub, reaching a maximum size of 4 x 6 feet, that is the hybrid between Cistus crispus & C. ladanifer. Some records include: 10 years - 3.3 x 3.3 feet.
The purple stems bear long tapered leaves that are deep gray-green.
The huge. light pink flowers, up to 4 inches across, are borne late spring through early autumn.
Hardy zones 7 to 9
Cistus x corbariensis
A fast growing, dense, mounding, spreading, evergreen shrub, that is a hybrid between Cistus populifolius & C. salviifolius.
Some records include: 10 years - 3.3 x 6.5 feet; largest on record - 6 x 10 ( rarely over 5 ) feet.
The very finely-toothed, wavy-edged, pointed, oval leaves are up to 6 inches in length. The foliage is slightly downy and deep green above, pale beneath. The leaves turn grayish during winter.
The flowers, up to 4 inches across, are white and blotched yellow at the petal bases.
The flowers, borne late spring into early summer are red in bud.
Hardy zones 7 to 10 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Cistus creticus ( Hairy Rock Rose )
A rounded, bushy evergreen shrub, rarely over 3.3 feet in height, that is a widespread native of the Mediterranean.
Some records include: 10 years - 5 x 6 feet; largest on record - 5 x 8 feet.
The aromatic, velvety, fuzzy, wavy-edged, oval leaves are up to 3.2 inches in length. The foliage is slightly glossy mid-green above, whitish-green below.
The deep red to purple ( centered yellow ) flowers, up to 2.5 inches across, are borne during summer.
The young stems are downy.
Hardy zones 8 to 10 ( 7 on very protected site ) on light, well drained soil on a hot sunny site. Protect from late spring frosts and excessive winter wind.
Among the most hardy Rock Roses; it is often found in the wild at high elevations where snow covered the ground for most of the winter.
* video found on internet
subsp. incanus
Similar except with leaf margins not wavy and the flowers do not have yellow centers.
Lasca Select
Form great for use as groundcover, reaching up to 3 x 8 feet.
Lasithi
A dwarf form, reaching up to 10 x 20 inches, with small crinkly leaves and deep purplish-pink flowers borne late spring to mid summer.
Hardy zones 8 to 9
Cistus crispus ( Curly-Leafed Rock Rose )
A dense, low, spreading, evergreen shrub, that is native to the western Mediterranean region.
Some records include: 10 years - feet; largest on record - 2 x 5 feet.
The wrinkled leaves, up to 1.7 inches in length, are gray-green.
The crinkled, purplish-pink flowers, up to 2.5 inches across, are borne during summer.
The young stems are hairy and white.
Hardy zones 7 to 9 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Cistus x cyprius
A graceful, vigorous, spreading evergreen shrub that is native to southern Europe and northern Africa.
Some records include: 10 years - 6.5 x 8 feet; largest on record - 8 x 12 ( averaging 5 ) feet.
The aromatic, wavy-edged, oblanceolate leaves, up to 4.8 inches in length, are glossy deep green above, gray downy beneath.
The foliage turns grayish during winter.
The single, large, white ( with deep red blotches ) flowers, up to 4 inches across, are borne during summer.
Hardy zones 7 to 10 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Cistus Doris Hibberson
A compact shrub, reaching up to 3 x 3 feet.
The very aromatic leaves, up to 2 inches in length, are gray-green.
The huge, lavender ( fading to white ) flowers, up to 4 inches across, are borne late spring to early summer.
Hardy zones 7b to 9 ( tolerating as low as 5 F ). Deer resistant.
Tip prune after blooming is finished.
Cistus x dubius Costei
The hybrid between Cistus laurifolius & C. salviifolius. A rounded, small, evergreen shrub, reaching up to 3.3 x 5 feet.
The foliage is bright green.
The profuse, pure white ( with a golden-yellow center ) flowers are borne late spring to mid summer.
Hardy zones 7b to 10. Drought tolerant. Tip prune after blooming is finished to encourage compact habit.
Cistus Elma ( Elma Rock Rose )
The hybrid between Cistus ladanifer & C. laurifolius. A sturdy, bushy evergreen shrub, reaching a maximum size of 8 x 8 ( rarely over 6 ) feet. Some records include: 10 years - 8 x 8 feet.
It is long lived compared to most Rock Roses.
The lance-shaped leaves, up to 4 inches in length, are glossy deep green above, blue-green beneath.
The huge pure white ( with bright yellow center ) flowers are up to 4 inches across.
Hardy zones 7 to 9. Tolerates shearing wall.
Cistus Grayswood Pink
Also called Cistus Silver Pink. A low, spreading shrub, reaching a maximum size of 3 x 5 feet. It looks great mixed in plantings with purple-leafed Barberries.
The foliage is silvery-gray to gray-green.
The very showy flowers are silvery-pink ( paler at the petal bases ) with a yellow center. They are borne late spring to early summer.
Hardy zones 6a to 9
Cistus Jenkyn Place
Also called Cistus x dansereaui Jenkyn Place.
Reaches up to 5 x 5 feet, with profuse, fragrant, huge white flowers that are centered bright yellow. The flowers are borne late spring until autumn frosts.
The handsome foliage is very glossy deep green.
Hardy zones 7a to 9
Cistus ladanifer ( Gum Cistus )
An erect, mid-sized, evergreen shrub, that is native to southwestern Europe and northern Africa.
Some records include: 10 years - 6.5 x 3.3 feet; largest on record - 10 x 10 feet.
The sticky, aromatic, lance-shaped leaves, up to 4 x 2 inches, are glossy deep green above, furry and white beneath. An oily layer coats the leaves reducing moisture loss during summer and making it fire retardant.
The white ( with brownish-red basal blotch ) flowers, up to 4 inches across, are borne during early to mid summer.
Hardy zones 6 to 10 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Shear back by 1/3 after blooming to maintain density but be careful not to cut past green wood and into old wood.
Bennetts White
Very vigorous, reaching up to 6 x 6 ( rarely over 4 ) feet, bearing white flowers mid spring to early summer, repeating in fall.
Hardy zones 8a+
Blanche
An attractive mid-sized shrub, reaching a maximum size of 12 x 8 feet, with foliage that is glossy deep green above, gray beneath. The flowers are white.
Paladin
An attractive mid-sized shrub, reaching a maximum size of 12 x 8 feet, with foliage that is glossy deep green above, pale beneath. The large, white ( with deep red basal blotch ) flowers are up to 5 inches across.
Pat
An attractive mid-sized shrub, reaching a maximum size of 12 x 8 feet, with foliage that is glossy deep green above, pale beneath. The large, white ( with deep red basal blotch ) flowers are up to 5 inches across.
Cistus laurifolius ( Laurel-Leafed Rock Rose )
An open, erect, rounded, large, evergreen shrub, that is native to southwestern Europe, east to Italy. Some records include: 10 years - 6.5 x 6.5 feet; largest on record - 13 x 13 ( rarely over 9 ) feet.
The leathery leaves, up to 4.7 inches in length, are very deep green above, furry and gray to brown beneath. The foliage is aromatic.
The flowers, up to 3 inches across, are white ( yellowish towards the petal bases ).
The stamens are golden-yellow.
The attractive, orangish-red bark is peeling.
Hardy zones 7 to 10 ( possibly 5 & 6 on very protected sites ) on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Bennetts White
Similar with larger flowers, up to 4 inches across.
Cistus libanotis Major
A vigorous, small, evergreen shrub, that is native to Portugal and southwest Spain.
Some records include: 10 years - 3 x 3 ( average ) feet; largest on record - 5 x 5 feet.
The narrow leaves, up to 1.5 inches in length, are downy and gray to deep green.
The leaves are rolled at the edge.
The profuse, pure white ( with red sepals ) flowers, up to 1 inches across, are borne at the stem tips during late spring to early summer.
Hardy zones 7b to 10 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Cistus Little Gem
A small, evergreen shrub, reaching a maximum size of 3 x 4 feet.
The foliage is bright green.
The pure white ( blotched deep red at the petal bases ) flowers are borne late spring to early summer.
Hardy zones 7b to 9
Cistus x lusitanicus
A vigorous, small, evergreen shrub.
Some records include: 10 years - 2 x 2 feet; largest on record - 4 x 3.5 feet.
The wavy-edged, lance-shaped leaves, up to 3.2 inches in length, are deep green.
The foliage is aromatic.
The white ( with petals blotched deep red at the bases ) flowers, up to 3.2 inches across, are borne on cymes
Hardy zones 7 to 9 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Decumbens
A low spreading form, reaching a maximum size of 2 x 6.5 feet. The flowers are more conspicuously blotched.
Jenkyn Place
The white flowers with scarlet-red petal bases are borne over a longer season. Otherwise similar.
Cistus Mickie
A fast growing, small, evergreen shrub, reaching up to 1.5 x 2.5 feet.
The mid-green foliage is boldly margined and streaked bright yellow.
The pure white flowers are borne late spring to early summer.
Hardy zones 7a to 10
Cistus monspessuliensis ( Montpelior Rock Rose )
A bushy, dense, erect, evergreen shrub, that is native to dry hills in southwestern Europe, northern Africa and the Canary Islands.
Some records include: 10 years - feet; largest on record - 5 x 5.5 ( rarely over 3.5 ) feet.
The sticky, very narrow, oblong leaves, up to 2 inches in length, are deep green.
The pure white flowers, up to 1 inches across, are borne in small clusters during early to mid summer.
Hardy zones 7 to 10 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
* excellent photo link found on internet
http://plants.nature4stock.com/?page_id=308
Cistus x obtusifolius
A small, evergreen shrub, that is a hybrid between Cistus hirsutus & C. salviifolius, originating in the wild in southwest Europe.
Some records include: 10 years - 2.5 x 3 feet; largest on record - 3.3 x 5 feet.
The leaves, up to 2 x 0.7 inches, are downy and silver-gray.
The young stems are also silvery-gray and downy.
The profuse, white ( blotched yellow at the petal bases ) flowers, up to 2 inches across, are borne late spring to mid summer.
They are followed by attractive seedheads that last into fall.
Hardy zones 7 to 10 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
It can be kept smaller by shearing after flowering.
Cistus palhinhae
May be a subspecies of Cistus ladanifer which it resembles but in smaller form. A dense, compact, small evergreen shrub, that is native to southwestern Europe and northern Africa.
Some records include: 10 years - 2 feet x 32 inches; largest on record - 3.3 x 4 feet.
The sticky leaves, up to 2.3 inches in length, are glossy deep green above, furry and white beneath.
The white ( with brownish-red basal blotch ) flowers, up to 4 inches across, are borne during summer.
The is a form of this species with flowers that are pure white with no basal blotch.
Hardy zones 6 to 10 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Cistus Paper Moon
Also called Cistus argenteus Paper Moon. A small, evergreen shrub, reaching up to 4 x 3 feet in 3 years, eventually up to 5 x 5 feet.
The narrow foliage is silvery.
The unblotched, pure white flowers are borne late spring to mid summer.
Hardy zones 8 to 9, preferring dry summers.
Cistus parviflorus
A small, evergreen shrub, that is native to Aegean Sea region.
Some records include: 10 years - feet; largest on record - 5 x 5 feet.
The leaves, up to 1.3 inches in length, are gray-green.
The profuse, soft pink flowers, up to 1.5 inches across, are
Hardy zones 8 to 10 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
* excellent photo link found on internet
http://plants.nature4stock.com/?page_id=1710
Cistus Peggy Sammons
Also called Cistus x argentea Peggy Sammons. An upright, evergreen shrub, reaching a maximum size of 6 x 6 ( rarely over 4 ) feet.
The aromatic leaves, up to 2.5 inches in length, are downy, gray-green.
The huge, purplish-pink flowers, up to 2.5 inches across, are borne during summer.
Hardy zones 7 to 9. Shear after flowering for promote dense habit.
Cistus populifolius
A vigorous, erect, evergreen shrub, that is native to the Mediterranean region.
Some records include: 10 years - feet; largest on record - 10 x 7 feet.
The net-veined, long-stalked heart-shaped leaves, up to 4 x 2.5 inches, are hairy and deep green.
The white ( with yellow basal blotches ) flowers, up to 2 inches across, are borne on cymes during summer.
Hardy zones 6 to 9 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Lasiocalyx
Similar, except with larger flowers, up to 3 inches across.
Cistus x pulverulentus
A fast growing, compact, small, evergreen shrub, that is the hybrid between Cistus albidus & C. crispus.
Some records include: 10 years - feet; largest on record - 4 x 5 feet.
The wavy-edged leaves, up to 2.5 inches in length, are gray-green.
The bright pink flowers, up to 2.7 inches across, are borne during summer.
Hardy zones 6 to 10 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site. Very heat tolerant.
Sunset
Vigorous and wide-spreading, reaching up to 2 x 8 feet in 10 years and an eventual maximum size of 4 x 12 feet.
The foliage is silvery.
The intense magenta-pink flowers are borne profusely during late spring into early summer, then sporadically until fall.
Hardy zones 7a+
Cistus x purpureus
A moderate growing, bushy, rounded, medium-sized evergreen shrub, that is the hybrid between Cistus creticus & C. ladanifer
Some records include: 10 years - 4 x 5 feet; largest on record - 10 x 8 feet.
The leaves, up to 2.5 inches in length, are deep gray-green above, hairy & gray beneath. The foliage is aromatic.
The pink to purplish-pink ( blotched deep red at the petal bases ) flowers, up to 3.5 inches across, are
The young stems are sticky.
Hardy zones 7 to 10 ( 6 on protected sites ) on well drained soil on a hot sunny site. Preferring Mediterranean climates, it has been recorded as thriving in the hot humid east in North Carolina. Tolerates salt breezes.
* photos of unknown internet source
Alan Fradd
Reaches up to 6 x 6 feet, with attractive, aromatic, deep green foliage.
The profuse, large, pure white flowers are blotched red at the petal bases.
Hardy zones 7a+
Betty Taudevin
Flowers are deep pinkish-red with deep red basal spots.
Brilliancy
Flowers are deep pink and spotted reddish-brown at the petal bases.
Doris Hibberson
Very profuse light pink flowers.
Cistus salviifolius ( Sage-Leaf Rock Rose )
A bushy, dense, compact, spreading, medium-size, evergreen shrub that is native to hills of the Mediterrranean region, incl southern Europe.
Some records include: 10 years - feet; largest on record - 3.5 x 8 feet.
The wrinkled, woolly, wavy-edged, oval leaves are up to 1.7 x 1 inches in size.
The downy, rough foliage is deep gray-green above, whitish-gray beneath.
The white to pure pale pink ( yellowish towards the petal bases ) flowers, up to 2 inches across, are borne singly or in small clusters during early summer.
Hardy zones 7 to 9 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Can be cut back hard to renovate.
* excellent photo link found on internet
http://plants.nature4stock.com/?page_id=1005
Prostratus
A low, spreading form; reaching a maximum size of 2 x 7 feet, with smaller leaves, up to 0.7 inches in length.
Cistus Silver Pink
An evergreen shrub, reaching a maximum size of 4 x 5 feet, that is the hybrid between Cistus creticus & C. laurifolius. Some records include: 10 years - 32 x 32 inches.
The wavy-edged, lance-shaped leaves, up to 4 inches in length, are mid to deep green above, gray beneath.
The very profuse, silvery-pink ( with no blotches ) flowers, up to 3.2 inches across, are borne late spring through mid summer.
Hardy zones 7 to 9
Cistus x skanbergii
A wide-spreading, evergreen shrub, that is a hybrid between Cistus monspeliensis & C. parviflorus originating in Greece.
Some records include: 10 years - feet; largest on record - 5 x 8 feet.
The leaves, up to 2 inches in length, are
The bright pink flowers, up to 1.5 inches across, are borne in large sprays.
Hardy zones 8 to 10 on well drained soil on a hot sunny site.
Cistus Snow Fire
A vigorous, wide-spreading, evergreen shrub, reaching a maximum size of 5 x 6 feet, that is the hybrid between Cistus inflatus & Cistus populifolius subsp. major.
The wavy-edged leaves are luxuriant glossy bright green.
The profuse, , large, pure white ( blotched deep red on the petal bases and centered yellow )flowers, up to 2.5 inches across, are borne mid spring through late summer.
The stems are reddish.
Hardy zones 7 to 9. Responds well to hard pruning to renovate.
Prefers no summer water.
Cistus Victor Reiter
A very upright, evergreen shrub, reaching up to 5 x 3 feet in 3 years.
The foliage is silvery to gray-green.
The deep pink ( with paler center ) flowers are borne mid spring to early summer.
Hardy zones 7b to 9 ( tolerating 5 F ).
Cut back to 2 feet in height every few years to encourage a dense habit.
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Halimium lasianthum
A low, spreading shrub, reaching up to 16 inches x 7 feet.
The flowers, up to 1.5 inches in length, are yellow.
Halimium x pauanum
The hybrid between Halimium halimifolium & H. lasianthum.
A shrub, reaching up to 6.5 x 5 feet.
The profuse, yellow flowers are up to 1.5 inches across.
Halimium x santae
The hybrid between Halimium halimifolium x H ocymoides.
A shrub, reaching up to 3.5 x 3.5 feet.
The yellow flowers are up to 1.5 inches across.
Halimium Sarah
The hybrid between H. lasianthum Formosum & H. ocymoides.
A shrub, reaching up to 1 x 1.5 feet.
The yellow ( dark centered ) flowers are up to 1.5 inches across.
Halimium Susan
The hybrid between H. lasianthum Formosum & H. ocymoides.
A mounding shrub, reaching up to 1.5 x 2 feet.
The yellow ( brown centered ) flowers are up to 1 inch across.
PatioOutfitters net Can Take Care of All of Your Outdoor Living Room Needs
So you finally decided to upgrade your outdoor living space. Congratulations! Now you need to decide what decor to outfit your patio with. Well, I came across a great website that can take care of all of your patio furnishing needs: PatioOutfitters.net.
This site carries everything from umbrellas and lighting, to portable and built-in grills, to fire pits and outdoor heaters, to Do-It-yourself pavers and retaining walls.
These high end product lines range from Solaire Grills, to Rasmussen fireplace inserts, to stylish Dayva umbrellas and accessories to pimp out your patio.
If you decide to install a custom fire pit in your backyard, you are going to need some accompanying furnishing to entertain your guests. Nothing says class like some teak lounge chairs, or a custom grilling station complete with food prep areas and a bar. PatioOutfitters.net is the perfect online one-stop-shop to make your patio stand out from your neighbors.
So check them out, and check us out for all of your outdoor fire burning system needs.
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This site carries everything from umbrellas and lighting, to portable and built-in grills, to fire pits and outdoor heaters, to Do-It-yourself pavers and retaining walls.
These high end product lines range from Solaire Grills, to Rasmussen fireplace inserts, to stylish Dayva umbrellas and accessories to pimp out your patio.
If you decide to install a custom fire pit in your backyard, you are going to need some accompanying furnishing to entertain your guests. Nothing says class like some teak lounge chairs, or a custom grilling station complete with food prep areas and a bar. PatioOutfitters.net is the perfect online one-stop-shop to make your patio stand out from your neighbors.
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Tuesday, March 4, 2014
Chinese Bishopwood
Bischofia polycarpa
A fast growing, deciduous tree native to south and central China, reaching up to 33 feet in 15 years and eventually to 66 feet. It is recorded to live as long as 1007 years. Rare in the U.S., it is used as a street tree in Hong Kong.
The trifoliate leaves are coppery-red at first in spring, turning to luxuriant green then back to coppery-red in autumn. The tooth-edged, papery, ovate leaflets are up to 5.5 x 3.5 inches in size.
The green flowers are borne in long panicles in mid spring.
They are followed by brown fruits.
They sprout vigorously after hard winter pruning.
Hardy zones 7 to 10. It thrives in both the hot humid southeast as well as the Pacific Northwest. Tolerant of heat, drought and poor soil.
The related Bischofia javanica is a massive evergreen or semi-evergreen tree reaching up to 133 feet with a trunk diameter of 7.5 feet. The leaves are trifoliate with leaflets up to 6 x 3 inches. Bischofia javanica is native to southeast Asia and is restricted to the tropics and subtropics.
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A fast growing, deciduous tree native to south and central China, reaching up to 33 feet in 15 years and eventually to 66 feet. It is recorded to live as long as 1007 years. Rare in the U.S., it is used as a street tree in Hong Kong.
The trifoliate leaves are coppery-red at first in spring, turning to luxuriant green then back to coppery-red in autumn. The tooth-edged, papery, ovate leaflets are up to 5.5 x 3.5 inches in size.
The green flowers are borne in long panicles in mid spring.
They are followed by brown fruits.
They sprout vigorously after hard winter pruning.
Hardy zones 7 to 10. It thrives in both the hot humid southeast as well as the Pacific Northwest. Tolerant of heat, drought and poor soil.
The related Bischofia javanica is a massive evergreen or semi-evergreen tree reaching up to 133 feet with a trunk diameter of 7.5 feet. The leaves are trifoliate with leaflets up to 6 x 3 inches. Bischofia javanica is native to southeast Asia and is restricted to the tropics and subtropics.
Midwest Home Landscape Design Awards 2011
Midwest Home Landscape Design Awards 2011
Presented in partnership with Minnesota Nursery & Landscape Association, the "Designer in Bloom" and "Budding Talent" Awards recognize portfolios ...
Medicinal Plants Training
Plants were once our primary source of medicines, only to be replaced by Western medicine (usually coming from plant extracts). South Africa has been particularly blessed with an abundant source of medicinal plants, and a wealth of knowledge which is an important part of our natural heritage.
Prof. Ben-Erik van Wyk, author of the book “Medicinal Plants of South Africa”, is hosting a 1 day course at the Pretoria Botanic Garden on the 12 November 2011. The cost is R550 per person, and Im sure it will be very interesting for anyone with a fascination for medicinal plants.
Contact Jolene at info@alut.co.za or 014 717 3819 to book for the course.
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Prof. Ben-Erik van Wyk, author of the book “Medicinal Plants of South Africa”, is hosting a 1 day course at the Pretoria Botanic Garden on the 12 November 2011. The cost is R550 per person, and Im sure it will be very interesting for anyone with a fascination for medicinal plants.
Contact Jolene at info@alut.co.za or 014 717 3819 to book for the course.
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Landscaping Design Suggestions
The pretty spring weather is really here and many people with the green thumb have already started working on the yard and Landscaping. Every year its the same task; pick up and get rid of most of the junk that has accumulated after which you start Designing your next job. Every new project includes a personalized touch but when youre planning a challenge that also includes Landscaping Design, installing an outdoor patio or planting trees or shrubs; make sure your plan provides a way for water to flow away from the household.
Most of the worst type of problems around your home is often created simply by water flooding your foundation. Water could potentially cause a foundation to fail, lead to mold inside your crawl space or basement and create harborage for termites or other insects.
Below are some guidelines to think about should you start a fresh project this spring
As stated before; typically the grading all around your home is what regulates the rain water movement but it really doesnt matter what project you are planning or even focusing on; be sure the Design is not going to let the water to run towards your house, You can accomplish that by adding soil so that you can build up close to your home or else you can easily take out some soil creating a good swale to carry the water away from your house.
Whenever you get the Lawn Sprinklers in service be certain all the lines are not dripping underground resulting in water to be able to puddle alongside the foundation. Another really important point to keep in mind involving sprinklers would be to adjust all of them correctly, they must water your lawn and garden as well as the shrubs and trees; not your home
Putting in compost or mulch makes your landscape Design look great and it is beneficial it can help the vegetation by simply holding water and helping keep unwanted weed growth under control. What is important is to use mulch for the purpose it really is Designed for. Do not use mulch and compost in order to fill in low laying place which is causing water to pool alongside your footing, it will simply allow a lot more water to soak in. Keeping the mulch a few inches away from the foundation is usually suggested but never allow it to accumulate over your house siding; this could initiate wood decay and may give bugs an ability to access your residence. Harmful termites may also take advantage of mulch to start a colony and then move into the house.
When you are planning to construct a new flower bed or a retaining wall using Landscaping timbers, natural stone or any kind of building materials somewhere around your own home certainly never build it allowing soil or mulch to get over the wood framework without taking into account just how dampness within the earth is going to impact the framework plus the course of the water runoff.
When you are planting trees and shrubs; yet another frequent error in judgment is actually to plant the tree and shrub a little too close to your property, dont forget theyre going to mature and grow, now place them all in the area that will suit a full matured tree.
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