Cistus ladanifer 'Blanche'
Blanche White Rockrose
Description
The evergreen leaves of this species are 4" in length, narrow, aromatic, dark green and sticky. Its white flowers are 3" in diameter with yellow centers, blooming in spring. It is rather tough and is resistant of minor neglect. Plant in full sun with well draining soil. It is drought tolerant once it's established. Deer stay away from this shrub. It is tolerant of coastal conditions. It can reach 8' tall and 5' wide.
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Poor, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.