CISTUS ladanifer

Commonly known as Common gum cistus, Labdanum

White flowers with a dark red basal stain

Further Reading....

Cistus - Growing Guide

Available autumn 2020 -

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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) -
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