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Cistus pulverulentus in windy location

Discussion in 'Other Plants' started by JBat, Jan 15, 2022.

  1. JBat

    JBat Apprentice Gardener

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    Hi there. Finally have my own garden and trying to figure out what to do. Small front garden is south facing. I'm not too far from the sea and on south coast so sometimes can be windy. Has anyone grown Cistus pulverulentus in a windy location? I love the flowers and the silvery leaves. Just not sure if it will be ok in the occasionally windy times? Can't quite find the answer anywhere. Thank you
     
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    Hi
    cistus are among the most drought tolerant of shrubs. This, and their ability to thrive in poor, stony soil, makes them ideal for Mediterranean-style, coastal and gravel gardens. They're easy to grow, need little maintenance and flower abundantly all summer. But the flowers are short lived also although they are hardy its best to avoid very cold or windy site/s so i dont know how windy it can be but if not too bad you can always try it

    ornamental grasses though are some of the most wind-tolerant plants around, and most require little watering. They can even serve as miniature windbreak plantings for less wind-tolerant plants
    You could also, consider the addition of small retaining wall/s or other barriers to protect plants affected by the wind. Wood fencing, mesh screens, and trellis panels can make effective wind buffers for plants.
    You can also create small, protected recesses within windy slopes or other areas of the wind garden. Simply dig out pockets for the plants to grow in and surround these with built up rocks or stones. To keep the wind from drying out the soil and help retain moisture, add an extra layer of mulch as well.
     
  3. JBat

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    Thank you, thanks given me some good ideas and things to think about! Thanks again
     
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    Just checked on Olivier Filippi's site https://jardin-sec.com/ and he reckons it's fine by the sea :) 'Embruns' are cold, salt-laden winds.....
     
  5. JBat

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    Thank you!
     
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