Cistus x laxus 'Snow White'

Also Known As

Cistus 'Snow White'
Snow White Rockrose

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-6'
W: 5'-8'

planting zones

8a-10b

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Cistus x laxus 'Snow White' plant details

Cistus x laxus 'Snow White' 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 - 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 laxus 'Snow White'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: cistaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 2 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: hell strip, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cistus x laxus 'Snow White'

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

Yet another movie tie-in product? Nope. Just an ab-fab rockrose with bright green leaves, arching branches, and pure white flowers galore. Bright light and lean soil. Very drought tolerant. Vigorous but usually stays under 2 ft. Frost hardy to USDA zone 8.

By: Cistus Nursery

The name 'Snow White' surely refers to the multitude of orange-centered, papery white flowers that embellish this choice mounding Cistus. Perhaps even more noticeable are the large, intricately-winged buds. Deep red in color, and covered with a downy fuzz, they nearly obscure the bright green, undulating foliage for most of the season, adding to its soft, alluring appearance.

By: Digging Dog Nursery

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Gardening facts about Cistus x laxus 'Snow White' plant

How to Grow Cistus x laxus 'Snow White'

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