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Common name:Santa Cruz Rockrose
Botanical name:Cistus crispus 'Santa Cruz'
'Santa Cruz' is an evergreen shrub that loves sun, grows fast, and is tolerant of aridity. The foliage is a soft green to grayish color. Blooms are deep purplish-pink. 3'H x 3-4'W
| Designer: Clovis Botanical Gardens | Shaded Bench |
Photographer: GardenSoft |
Soils and Compost:
Practice grass-cycling by leaving short grass clippings on lawns after mowing, so that nutrients and organic matter are returned to the soil.
Water Saving Tip:
Group plants in your garden according to their water needs (hydrozone).
Integrated Pest Management:
Remove irrigation water and fertilizer from areas where you don't want weeds to grow.