Cistus x cyprius var. ellipticus 'Elma'

Also Known As

Cistus 'Elma'
Elma Rock Rose

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 5'-8'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Cistus x cyprius var. ellipticus 'Elma' plant details

Cistus x cyprius var. ellipticus 'Elma' is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, seaside / salt tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cistus x cyprius var. ellipticus 'Elma'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: cistaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: firescaping/fire wise, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cistus x cyprius var. ellipticus 'Elma'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug, heat, seaside / salt, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Huge (to 3.5"!), beautifully formed, pure white flowers contrasted with polished deep-green foliage will make this sturdy, drought-tolerant 4-6' shrub a standout. (C. laurifolius x C. palhinhae). S/M-D/GDr

By: Forestfarm

Another lovely rock rose. The 3” white flowers with yellow and orange eyes stand out against the sea-green foliage, evergreen and somewhat sticky with labdanum, the waxy oil that can fill the garden with a pleasant, resinous fragrance on a warm, sunny day. Compact, to 4' and possibly 6', this form takes pruning or shearing very well and can be kept smaller. Prefers sun, mineral soil and summer drought. So far one of the longest lived in our garden. Cold hardy to USDA zone 7. C. ladanifer x C. laurifolius.

By: Cistus Nursery

Large grower. Huge stark white flowers with bright yellow center.

By: Thompson's Nursery

Garden photo gallery of Cistus x cyprius var. ellipticus 'Elma'

Photo of Cistus x cyprius var. ellipticus 'Elma' flower by Forestfarm

By: Forestfarm

By: Forestfarm

Gardening facts about Cistus x cyprius var. ellipticus 'Elma' plant

How to Grow Cistus x cyprius var. ellipticus 'Elma'

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- seaside / salt tolerant
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- semi-evergreen