Cistus ladanifer 'Blanche'

Also Known As

Cistus 'Blanche'
Blanche Rock Rose

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'-8'
W: 5'-8'

planting zones

8a-10b

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Cistus ladanifer 'Blanche' plant details

Cistus ladanifer 'Blanche' is a broadleaf 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 regular - occasional 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 ladanifer 'Blanche'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: cistaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 5 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cistus ladanifer 'Blanche'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
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

The large pure-white yellow-puff-centered flowers of this 5' x 5' shrub are fragrant as is the bright-green, wavy-edged foliage; the oils of this plant were once used as a perfume fixative. S/M-D/GDr

By: Forestfarm

These lovely, drought tolerant, evergreen shrubs are somewhat underused in gardens. They offer attractive foliage and lots of large, beautiful flowers resembling a single rose in shades of pink or white. The petals are like crepe paper, thin and crinkled. This cultivar has pure white flowers.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Leaves are olive-green above and blue-gray beneath, lanceolate, aromatic and pubescent. The pure white flowers are 4" in diameter. A tough and durable selection that makes an effective screen.

By: Native Sons

Garden photo gallery of Cistus ladanifer 'Blanche'

Photo of Cistus ladanifer 'Blanche' foliage, form, glowing by Danger Garden

By: Danger Garden

By: Danger Garden

Gardening facts about Cistus ladanifer 'Blanche' plant

How to Grow Cistus ladanifer 'Blanche'

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - 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
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen