CISTUS x aguilarii 'Maculatus'

Evergreen - sticky, lance-shaped, 3-veined, wavy-margined, bright green leaves to 10cm (4in) long

White

Height - 1.2m (4ft)

Spread - 1.2m (4ft)

Medium shrub - Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height - rounded shrub. produces solitary, usually 5-petalled, flowers to 8cm (3in) across with golden yellow stamens.

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 - pinch back young plants after flowering to encourage bushiness

Pests & Diseases - none

Place of origin - southwestern Europe, northern Africa

Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -

Seasonal Interest - Summer

Soil Conditions - Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil

Wildlife - Butterfly friendly

Rabbit Resistant