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White Rockrose

Cistus X Hybridus

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Overview

The White Rockrose (Cistus x hybridus) is an evergreen shrub with a robust, mounding form, reaching 3 to 5 feet in height and width. Its crinkly white blooms adorned with yellow stamens emerge in late spring, contrasting against leathery, dark green leaves. Drought-tolerant once established, it thrives in well-drained soils and full sun. Ideal for Mediterranean-style gardens or as a low-maintenance ground cover. Hardy to zone 8.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 7–10Type Ground cover, ShrubClimate Mediterranean
White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — including rocky or poor soils
White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — reaching 3 to 5 feet in height and width; it flourishes in full sun exposureWhite Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — The White Rockrose (Cistus x hybridus) is an evergreen shrub with a robustWhite Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — typically reaches a height of 3 to 4 feet with an equivalent spreadWhite Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — These blossoms emerge in late spring to early summerWhite Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — ground cover / shrub for fullWhite Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — Its crinkly white blooms adorned with yellow stamens emerge in late spring+25

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
7–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Ground cover, Shrub
Family
Cistaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — including rocky or poor soils
White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — reaching 3 to 5 feet in height and width; it flourishes in full sun exposure
White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — The White Rockrose (Cistus x hybridus) is an evergreen shrub with a robust
White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — typically reaches a height of 3 to 4 feet with an equivalent spread
White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — These blossoms emerge in late spring to early summer
White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — ground cover / shrub for full
White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — Its crinkly white blooms adorned with yellow stamens emerge in late spring
White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — Drought-tolerant once established, it thrives in well-drained soils and full sun
White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — reaching 3 to 5 feet in height and width
White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — Drought-tolerant once established, it thrives in well-drained soils and full sun; scientifically known as Cistus x hybridus
White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — The White Rockrose (Cistus x hybridus) is an evergreen shrub with a robust; contrasting against leathery
White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — Ideal for Mediterranean-style gardens or as a low-maintenance ground cover
White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — requiring at least six hours of direct sunlight per day to ensure optimal flowering
White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — sometimes referred to as Cistus x corbariensis
White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — It flourishes in full sun exposure
White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — white flowers in the garden
White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — Its crinkly white blooms adorned with yellow stamens emerge in late spring; including rocky or poor soils
White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — The White Rockrose does not demand frequent fertilizing
White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — provided they are not overly wet
White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — which possess a yellow center and can span up to 2 inches across
White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — the White Rockrose thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 8 to 10
White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — It prefers well-draining soil and can tolerate various soil types
White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — grey-green foliage that provides a beautiful contrast against the pure white flowers
White Rockrose (Cistus X Hybridus) — contrasting against leathery
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