Cistus x aguilarii 'Maculatus'

Also Known As

Cistus landiferus 'Maculatus'
Maculatus Rockrose

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'-6'
W: 4'-5'

planting zones

8a-10b

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Cistus x aguilarii 'Maculatus' plant details

Cistus x aguilarii 'Maculatus' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer red and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees 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 aguilarii 'Maculatus'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: cistaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: red and white blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cistus x aguilarii 'Maculatus'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

We favor this upright, robust Cistus for its decorative leaves and large showy flowers. A Cistus ladanifer and Cistus populifolius hybrid backcrossed once again with Cistus ladanifer, 'Maculatus's foliage is fastened by reddened petioles, tapers to a point and features margins so evenly rippled that the edges are pulled up. The intriguing slender greenery elevates 3 in. wide, billowy white blossoms whose closely arranged petals flaunt a striking, almost triangular, wine-colored mark at their bases while encircling a bright gilded hub of stamens.

By: Digging Dog Nursery

Gardening facts about Cistus x aguilarii 'Maculatus' plant

How to Grow Cistus x aguilarii 'Maculatus'

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