Rockrose Plant
Rockrose (Cistus spp.) is a shrub that grows 1-5 ft tall, hardy in USDA Zones 8-10, prefers well-drained, sandy soil, full sun, low to medium moisture, not edible, and not medicinal.
Habit
Shrub
Height
1-2 m
Growth
Fast
Soil
Well-drained, sandy
Shade
Full Sun
Moisture
Low to medium
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Mediterranean
Climatic Condition
Warm, Dry Climate
Temperature (°)
10-30°C
Humidity (%)
30-60%
Potting media
Peat, compost
Fertilizers
Low nitrogen fertilizer
Watering
Low
Plant Weight
2-6 kg
Flowering Time
Spring to Summer
Soil Ph level
5.5 - 7.5
Water Ph level
5.5 - 7.5
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Ornamental
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Medicinal uses, drought-resistant
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 25% compost, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 6 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Powdery Mildew, Root Rot, Leaf Spot, Rust, Aphids
White, powdery growth on leaves, Yellowing leaves, wilting, Dark spots on leaves, Orange or yellow spots on leaves, Distorted leaves, sticky residue
Neem oil, sulfur, Improve soil drainage, avoid overwatering, Remove and destroy infected leaves, insecticidal soap
Fungicides with myclobutanil, Fungicides with mefenoxam, Fungicides with copper, Fungicides with mancozeb, Systemic insecticides (imidacloprid)
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Rich in polyphenols, beneficial for skin health and reducing inflammation.
· Supports respiratory health and immune function.