{"product_id":"cistus-x-purpureus-brilliancy","title":"Cistus x purpureus 'Brilliancy'","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrilliancy Rock Rose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"66\"\u003eCistus × purpureus\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Brilliancy’\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cistaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eMediterranean region (hybrid selection)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen shrub\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfectly adapted to Adelaid\u003cimg\u003ee’s hot, dry Mediterranean climate, \u003cem data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"338\"\u003eCistus × purpureus\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Brilliancy’ is a compact rock rose renowned for its striking crinkled purple-pink flowers, each marked with a deep maroon blotch at the base of the petals. Flowering prolifically from late spring into early summer, it brings bold colour and classic Mediterranean character to low-water gardens. The grey-green evergreen foliage forms a dense, rounded shrub that remains attractive year-round and releases a light resinous aroma on warm days. Exceptionally tolerant of heat, drought, wind and poor soils, ‘Brilliancy’ is ideal for South Australian gardens seeking colour with minimal maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8–1.2 m H × 1.2–1.5 m W (dense, rounded habit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–40 cm per year under good conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen grey-green leaves with a soft, slightly hairy texture; foliage may take on silvery or muted olive tones during dry periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, papery purple-pink blooms with dark maroon blotches; each flower lasts a day but is produced in abundance over several weeks\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers not fragrant; foliage has a subtle resinous scent in warm weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Showy late spring–early summer flowering followed by neat evergreen structure year-round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers attract bees and other pollinating insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extremely drought tolerant once established; excellent heat, wind and coastal tolerance; dislikes humidity and wet soils; light frost hardy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shrub borders or mass planting: 1–1.5 m apart; informal low hedge: plant at 1 m spacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally considered low risk; not known to be toxic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun essential for compact growth and maximum flowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-draining sandy, gravelly or loamy soils; thrives in poor soils and limestone; avoid heavy or waterlogged clay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Establishment: 1–2 deep soaks\/week for 6–8 weeks. Established: very low water needs; occasional deep watering only during extended heatwaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very low; light tip-pruning after flowering to maintain shape; avoid hard pruning into old wood; no regular feeding required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–20+ years in well-drained conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for Mediterranean and temperate South Australia — Adelaide Plains, coastal suburbs, Fleurieu Peninsula, Yorke Peninsula\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral to alkaline; highly tolerant of alkaline and limestone soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape \u0026amp; Design Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMediterranean and waterwise gardens needing reliable seasonal colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow shrub borders and mass plantings with minimal irrigation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoastal and exposed sites where wind and heat limit other shrubs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGravel, rock and hillside gardens paired with lavender, rosemary and grasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGravel, rock and hillside gardens paired with lavender, rosemary and grasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Brilliancy’ delivers vivid spring colour, silvery evergreen foliage and outstanding toughness with almost no care. Built for heat, drought and poor soils, it’s a classic Mediterranean shrub that thrives in Adelaide conditions while adding bold floral impact and year-round structure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adelaide Plant Co","offers":[{"title":"140mm Pot","offer_id":48619902075132,"sku":"CIST-X-PURP-BRIL-140MM","price":12.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9282\/0220\/files\/cistus-x-purpureus-brilliancy-rock-rose-140mm-flower-adelaide-plant-co.png?v=1766400117","url":"https:\/\/adelaideplantco.com.au\/products\/cistus-x-purpureus-brilliancy","provider":"Adelaide Plant Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}