Cistus x purpureus 'Alan Fradd'

Also Known As

Alan Fradd Rock Rose

Plant type

shrub

size

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

planting zones

7a-11

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Cistus x purpureus 'Alan Fradd' plant details

Cistus x purpureus 'Alan Fradd' 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 - mostly 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 and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cistus x purpureus 'Alan Fradd'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: cistaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: easy-to-grow, fragrant, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cistus x purpureus 'Alan Fradd'

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat, seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

These lovely, drought tolerant, evergreen shrubs are somewhat underused in gardens. They offer attractive foliage and lots of large, beautiful flowers resembling a single rose in shades of pink or white. The petals are like crepe paper, thin and crinkled. This cultivar has pure white flowers with a burgundy spot at the base of each of the five petals.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

These large white crepe-paper flowers brightly splashed with maroon at the base of each petal are center stage in early-mid summer on this rounded 3? shrub. S/M-D/GDr

By: Forestfarm

Achieving the delicacy of parchment, each white overlapping petal features a striking maroon brush mark at its base. The large flowers are drawn together by a predominant yellow eye, while poised amongst wavy, dark green narrow leaves. Upright and sticky, red-flushed stems forge a rounded profile that can be associated with Perovskia abrotanoides and Eryngium 'Blaukappe' for an arresting union.

By: Digging Dog Nursery

Low-growing, evergreen shrub, to only 3' tall and spreading to 3' or so. This exuberant spring bloomer produces large, pure white flowers with a cool red dash at the base of each petal. The foliage is handsome as well and gives off a pleasant resinous scent in the summer. For full sun and well-drained soil with little summer water once established. Frost hardy to USDA zone 7 with good drainage.

By: Cistus Nursery

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Photo of Cistus x purpureus 'Alan Fradd' flower by Jennifer Gibson Dennis

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By: Jennifer Gibson Dennis

Photo of Cistus x purpureus 'Alan Fradd' flower by Cistus Nursery

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Gardening facts about Cistus x purpureus 'Alan Fradd' plant

How to Grow Cistus x purpureus 'Alan Fradd'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly 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
- verticillium wilt resistant