Steppe is a hybrid between Cistus monspeliensis and Cistus salviifolius.
It is a dense and very vigorous shrub, with a rounded and regular shape that can reach 1m in height. Dark green lanceolate leaves that contrast with its striking, small and very abundant white flowers.
It is ideal for gardening due to its abundant flowering, in rockeries and in coastal areas. It loves siliceous or limestone soils, provided they are well drained.
Balcony & Courtyard, Wild garden, Urban garden, Coastal garden, Baskets & Containers, Gravel Garden

| Flower colour | White |
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| Flowering period | March, April, May, June, Spring |
| Foliage persistence | Evergreen |
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| Foliage colour | Green |
| Botanical name | Cistus x florentinus |
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| Planting period | March, April, May, October, November, December, Spring, Autumn |
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| Type of use | Balcony & Courtyard, Wild garden, Urban garden, Coastal garden, Baskets & Containers, Gravel Garden |
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| Distance between plants | 1 to 2 plants per sqm |
| Exposure | Partial shade, Sun |
| Soil pH | No preference |
| Soil type | Chalk, Silty |
| Soil moisture | Well-drained |
| Hardiness | Drought resistant, Hardy (-5ºC) |
| Watering | Little, Moderate |
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