Cistus ladanifer var. sulcatus [Palhinhae Group]

Also Known As

Cistus palhinhae
Palhinhae Group Rockrose

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-5'
W: 3'-5'

planting zones

7b-11

Cistus ladanifer var. sulcatus [Palhinhae Group] plant details

Cistus ladanifer var. sulcatus [Palhinhae Group] 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 var. sulcatus [Palhinhae Group]

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cistus ladanifer var. sulcatus [Palhinhae Group]

USDA Zones: 7b - 11
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

This strikingly handsome species from Portugal is low-growing and compact with glossy leaves and pure-white flowers nearly 4" across! S/M-D/GDr

By: Forestfarm

Extremely large unspotted white flowers on this 3' very drought resistant shrub. Full sun, little or no summer water. Shear if needed, but not necessary. This is from wild collected seed: Turkey. Zone 7b Cistaceae

By: Cistus Nursery

Gardening facts about Cistus ladanifer var. sulcatus [Palhinhae Group] plant

How to Grow Cistus ladanifer var. sulcatus [Palhinhae Group]

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