Cistus × aguilari

Common name(s): rockrose

Description: evergreen shrub; a naturally occuring hybrid found in Spain and Morocco. Vigorous, upright growth and won't spread quite as much as most cistus. Large pure white flowers in spring and summer. Parentage: C. ladanifer subsp. mauritianus × C. populifolius subsp. major.

Height: to 5 ft. Spread: to 3 ft.

Position: full sun and lean, well-draining soil

Uses: ornamental-firescaping, landscaping

Winter Hardiness: to 0 F and below

Drought: adapted to 5 months of summer drought