Cistus libanotis 'Major'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

7b-10b

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Cistus libanotis 'Major' plant details

Cistus libanotis 'Major' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees 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, 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 libanotis 'Major'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: cistaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cistus libanotis 'Major'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A vigorous and free flowering rock rose, to 4 ft, evergreen, its dark, narrow leaves creating a somewhat delicate texture. In spring, erect racemes of white flowers with red sepals appear at the end of each branch. Like the species, found growing on rocky slopes in southern Portugal and Spain, this form likes good drainage and mineral soil in full sun. Drought tolerant once established. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8.

By: Cistus Nursery

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Gardening facts about Cistus libanotis 'Major' plant

How to Grow Cistus libanotis 'Major'

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