Cistus laurifolius

Common name(s): laurel leaf rockrose

Description: evergreen shrub; a widespread species and the considered to be the hardiest cistus species with some populations found as high as 2000 m. elevation in Europe. Dark green foliage and attractive cinnamon-red bark that peels in old age. Pure white flowers in spring and summer

Height: to 5 ft. Spread: to 5 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