Cistus monspeliensis 'Vicar's Mead'

Also Known As

Vicar's Mead Rock Rose

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

8b-10b

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Cistus monspeliensis 'Vicar's Mead' plant details

Cistus monspeliensis 'Vicar's Mead' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow 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 monspeliensis 'Vicar's Mead'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cistus monspeliensis 'Vicar's Mead'

USDA Zones: 8b - 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

Dotted with soft yellow, one inch wide, paper-thin blooms, this splendid Rockrose celebrates a flower color that is pleasantly unique! Rose-scented, overlapping petals swirl around a sunlit hub, while slender green leaves

By: Digging Dog Nursery

Gardening facts about Cistus monspeliensis 'Vicar's Mead' plant

How to Grow Cistus monspeliensis 'Vicar's Mead'

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
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen