Water newly planted cistus regularly and thoroughly, especially in warm weather, for the first year or so while the roots are getting established.Once established, cistus are extremely drought tolerant, so should only need watering during prolonged dry spells.

How do you prune a Cistus Rock Rose?

As the branches age, they become weak and stop bearing flowers. Remove older branches by cutting them away at the base. Prune soon after the flowers fade to preserve the buds that will form next year’s flowers.

Can you grow Cistus in pots?

Cistus. Hailing from the rocky areas of the Mediterranean, cistus are perfect for growing in a large container of free-draining compost and forgetting. Pair with other Mediterranean shrubs such as rosemary, lavender and santolina.