Log in Start trial

White-Leaved Rockrose

Cistus Albidus

Design with this plant

Overview

The White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus albidus) is a drought-tolerant shrub, growing 2-3 feet tall and wide. It features gray-green foliage and is prized for its profusion of pink-purple flowers in spring. Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, this rockrose is ideal for Mediterranean landscapes. Low maintenance, it provides excellent ground cover with minimal watering once established, making it superb for water-wise gardens. USDA zones 8-11.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, Very LowZones 8–10Type ShrubClimate Mediterranean

White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus Albidus) — Growing to an average height and spread of 3 to 5 feet

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Extra in Summer, Very Low
USDA zones: 8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Shrub
Family: Cistaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

See full data, regional cultivation notes, and design tools. Build a client presentation around this plant.

Start your 14-day trial

Photos (90)

White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus Albidus) — shrub for full

White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus Albidus) — this plant is renowned for its dense; forming a striking showcase that lasts for several weeks.<br><br>Well-suited for

White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus Albidus) — scientifically known as Cistus albidus; it thrives in well-drained soils and has excellent drought, image 52

White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus Albidus) — making it superb for water-wise gardens

White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus Albidus) — Growing to an average height and spread of 3 to 5 feet; is a captivating evergreen shrub that brings a, image 54

White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus Albidus) — it provides excellent ground cover with minimal watering once established; it features gray-green foliage, image 50

White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus Albidus) — It thrives in well-drained soils and has excellent drought tolerance; making it ideal for xeriscaping or a, image 62

White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus Albidus) — It thrives in well-drained soils and has excellent drought tolerance

White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus Albidus) — stunning selection for both landscape designers and homeowners with a taste for resilient yet beautiful, image 66

White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus Albidus) — Each flower boasts a classic Rockrose form - five delicate petals with a burst of yellow stamens at the, image 59

White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus Albidus) — making it ideal for xeriscaping or a low-maintenance garden; the White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus albidus) is, image 63

White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus Albidus) — white or greyish down on the upper surface of the leaves; pink flowers in the garden

White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus Albidus) — forming a striking showcase that lasts for several weeks.<br><br>Well-suited for USDA zones 8 to 11

White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus Albidus) — the White-Leaved Rockrose requires a full-sun exposure to blossom to its full potential

White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus Albidus) — this plant is renowned for its dense

White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus Albidus) — this plant is renowned for its dense; forming a striking showcase that lasts for several, image 55

White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus Albidus) — pink flowers in the garden

White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus Albidus) — typically 1 to 2 inches in diameter, image 58

White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus Albidus) — shrub with pink blooms; each flower boasts a classic Rockrose form - five delicate petals with a burst of, image 68

White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus Albidus) — it provides excellent ground cover with minimal watering once established

White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus Albidus) — The White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus albidus) is a drought-tolerant shrub, growing 2-3 feet tall and wide; it provides

White-Leaved Rockrose (Cistus Albidus) — pink flowers in the garden; scientifically known as Cistus albidus, image 67

Cistus Albidus

Cistus Albidus

Photographs by 14 contributors

Krzysztof Golik, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Hubert Laroche, CC BY 2.5 · source
Umberto Ferrando, CC BY 2.0 · source
Daniel VILLAFRUELA ., CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
Daniel VILLAFRUELA ., CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Consultaplantas, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
gailhampshire from Cradley, Malvern, U.K, CC BY 2.0 · source
Agnieszka Kwiecień, Nova, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
C T Johansson, CC BY 3.0 · source
Por los caminos de Málaga, CC BY 2.0 · source
Jerzy Opioła, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Fabricio Cardenas, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Júlio Reis, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source

Related plants

Australian Finger Lime (Citrus Australasica) — Citrus australasica, the Australian Finger Lime, is a unique, thorny shrub reaching 6-10 feet tall

Tree

Australian Finger Lime

Citrus Australasica

FullUSDA 8–11

Ben Nevis Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Ben Nevis') — peaking in late spring to early summer

Ground cover

Ben Nevis Sunrose

Helianthemum Num. 'Ben Nevis'

Calamondin Orange (Citrofortunella Mitis) — Its fragrant, white flowers bloom intermittently throughout the year, though peak blossoming occurs in spring

Tree

Calamondin Orange

Citrofortunella Mitis

FullUSDA 9–11

Crete Rockrose (Cistus Creticus) — commonly known as the Crete Rockrose

Perennial

Crete Rockrose

Cistus Creticus

FullUSDA 9–10

Crimson-Spot Rockrose (Cistus Ladanifer) — ideal for Mediterranean or dry garden settings; native to the Mediterranean region

Shrub

Crimson-Spot Rockrose

Cistus Ladanifer

FullUSDA 8–10

Furry-Leaf Rockrose (Cistus Crispus) — It thrives in full sun and is well adapted to dry, well-drained soils, showcasing its drought-tolerant nature

Perennial

Furry-Leaf Rockrose

Cistus Crispus

FullUSDA 8–10