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Cistus care requirements
water
Very low water needs once established; water sparingly and allow soil to dry completely between waterings. Drought-tolerant; overwatering is the primary cause of failure.
soil
Poor to moderately fertile, gritty, fast-draining soil; add sand or gravel if needed. Avoid heavy clay or moisture-retentive compost.
light
Full sun (6–8 hours minimum daily); essential for flowering and plant vigor.
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Cistus
- fiber_manual_recordGrey fuzzy mould on leaves, flowers, or fruit
- fiber_manual_recordBrown rotting tissue
- fiber_manual_recordCollapsed flowers
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Common causes in Cistus
Caused by Botrytis cinerea. Thrives in cool, humid conditions with poor air circulation.
healing
How to treat botrytis (grey mould) in Cistus
Remove all affected tissue. Improve air flow. Apply fungicide.
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Preventing botrytis (grey mould) in Cistus
Good air circulation. Remove dead plant material promptly. Avoid overhead watering.