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Rose, Salvia and Cistus in the sunshine


Rose, Salvia and Cistus in the sunshine

Some friends have remarked that they wished Cistus would flower for longer. This is C. Creticus Siver Pink and it’s been flowering ever since I planted it about 7/weeks ago. This species tends to have a more scattered sprinkling of flowers, but over a much longer period. That’s why it’s my favourite. It also has silvery foliage which gives it a very Mediterranean feel.



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Also, some plants have much paler pink flowers which I prefer to be honest.

25 Jun, 2024

 

I'm going over more to the paler pink shades, too, Karen. I had a friend who gardened in white, pale pinks and silver and I never 'got' it. I find it quite romantic now but wouldn't want subtlety all over my garden borders - love yellow and oranges too much! This will be an attractive space, I think.

25 Jun, 2024

 

Thank you Angela. Everything is growing fast now it’s warmed up.

25 Jun, 2024

 

That's such a pretty pic in entirety..
I do love to see Mediterranean style planting. I love the romance of it, as Ange mentioned. Plus, the 'escapism ' to an extent too :-)

29 Jun, 2024

 

I can't believe how quick everything is coming on in your garden Karen!

29 Jun, 2024

 

Thank you Kate. I’m spending g a lot of time watering atm.

Thanks Rose..
Yes, it’s growing really well!

29 Jun, 2024



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