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Cistus x dansereaui 'Portmeirion'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-5'
  • W: 4'-5'

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

Cistus x dansereaui 'Portmeirion' plant details

Cistus x dansereaui 'Portmeirion' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - 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 dansereaui 'Portmeirion'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: cistaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: floriferous, rock garden, xeric, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cistus x dansereaui 'Portmeirion'

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

Evergreen rock rose, a cross between C. ladanifer and C. inflatus, this selection being somewhat more diminutive than the species, clumping to 4 ft tall or so x 4 ft wide. Leaves are shiny green, and slightly sticky from the infusion of slightly aromatic labdanum oil from the C. ladanifer parent. Spring flowers are pure white and somewhat ruffled. An excellent choice for the dry garden in sun and good drainage. Summer drought tolerant once established. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8.

Gardening facts about Cistus x dansereaui 'Portmeirion' plant

How to Grow Cistus x dansereaui 'Portmeirion'

  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • wind tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • alkaline
    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • snail / slug resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Texture

    • glossy
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Flower Color

    • white
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