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Cistus x rodiaei 'Jessica'

Also Known As

  • Jessica Rock Rose

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 1'-2'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

Cistus x rodiaei 'Jessica' plant details

Cistus x rodiaei 'Jessica' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer pink 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 rodiaei 'Jessica'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: cistaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cistus x rodiaei 'Jessica'

USDA Zones: 8a - 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

Gardening facts about Cistus x rodiaei 'Jessica' plant

How to Grow Cistus x rodiaei 'Jessica'

  • 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

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • snail / slug resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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