Cistus ladanifer 'Paladin'

Common name(s): rockrose

Description: evergreen shrub; an intermediate cross of C. ladanifer subsp. sulcatus and the type species raised by Collingwood Ingram in the 20th century. Very dense, dark green foliage and white flowers with maroon blotches in spring and summer.

Height: to 4 ft. Spread: to 4 ft.

Position: full sun and lean, well-draining soil

Uses: ornamental-firescaping, landscaping

Winter Hardiness: to 5 F and below

Drought: adapted to 4 months of summer drought