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Cistus ladanifer 'Bashful'

Also Known As

  • Cistus 'Bashful'
  • Bashful Rockrose

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2'-4'
  • W: 3'-5'

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Cistus ladanifer 'Bashful' plant details

Cistus ladanifer 'Bashful' 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 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 ladanifer 'Bashful'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: cistaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cistus ladanifer 'Bashful'

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 ladanifer 'Bashful' plant

How to Grow Cistus ladanifer 'Bashful'

  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • alkaline
    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Special Situation

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

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Wildlife

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

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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