CISTUS ladanifer

Commonly known as Common gum cistus, Labdanum

White flowers with a dark red basal stain

CISTUS ladanifer

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£14.00 each

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Any 3+ for £12.00 each

Collect only available from our nursery nr Redruth in Cornwall

Ready in 3 - 5 days

Normally 3 - 5 days

2 to 3 Litre

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Evergreen
Sticky, lance-shaped, aromatic, dark-green leaves to 10cm (4in) long.
Red
With red stain at base
White
Height
2m (6½ft)
Spread
1.5m (5ft)
Medium shrub Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
Upright habit. Flowers are produced singly at the tips of sideshoots
Hardy - average winter Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)
Full sun
Sheltered site.
Additional Features
Good to know - an oleo-resin obtained from the leaves is used as a flavouring. Also used in the perfume industry where it is used as an acceptable substitute for ambergris.
Medicinal properties
Labdanum is an expectorant used for the treatment of catarrh and has antibiotic effects.
Pests & Diseases
none.
Place of origin
southwestern Europe to northern Africa.
Flower Shape
Cup-shaped - to 10cm (4in) across
Garden Location/Conditions
Coastal / windswept - slightly back from the sea with more shelter
Hardiness
Frost hardy (down to -5)
Leaf shape
Lanceolate see photos above
Linear
Pruning group
Pruning group 5
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.

RHS group 8
Pruning group 6 - Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs or climbers that need little to no pruning.
Action: Trim back shoots that spoil symmetry and to fit available space.
When: Annually after flowering if on previous year's growth, or in later Winter or Spring if flowering on current year's growth, or as requires.

RHS group 9 & 11
Scented Plants
Scented foliage - leaves exude a sweet, balsamic smell most evident in early morning in summer.
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Soil Conditions
Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil - generally lime tolerant, but can become chlorotic on chalky soils.
Wildlife
Butterfly friendly
Rabbit Resistant