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Cistus x hybridus 'McGuire's Gold' PP24535

Also Known As

  • McGuires Gold Rock Rose

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2'-4'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

Cistus x hybridus 'McGuire's Gold' PP24535 plant details

Cistus x hybridus 'McGuire's Gold' PP24535 is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with gold 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 x hybridus 'McGuire's Gold' PP24535

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cistus x hybridus 'McGuire's Gold' PP24535

USDA Zones: 7a - 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

The first all-gold-leaved Rockrose, this gorgeous small (18"t x 30"w) shrub also produces white flowers in early summer... an eye-catcher all around. S/M-D/GDr PPAF
McGuire's Gold' is the first all gold leaf Cistus x hybridus! It has a low, mounding habit and is evergreen. Use to create contrast or as an accent in the sun garden. Charming white flowers dot the foliage in May and June. Foliage is lush and plant is naturally well branched. Drought resistant once established. A serious attention getter and focal point for a hot sunny spot.

Gardening facts about Cistus x hybridus 'McGuire's Gold' PP24535 plant

How to Grow Cistus x hybridus 'McGuire's Gold' PP24535

  • 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

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • snail / slug resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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