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
Apply as little fertilizer as possible.
If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.