Cistus ladanifer
Crimson Spot Rockrose
Description
Crimson Spot Rockrose is a mid-sized shrub to 6' tall with an equal spread and a compact habit. Leaves are 4" long, dark green above, lighter beneath, sticky and fragrant. Heat will bring out fragrance in leaves. Flowers are white, to 3" wide, with a dark maroon basal spot on each petal and appear late spring and early summer. It does best in full sun in well draining soil. It tolerates coastal conditions. Established plants need little water. Not necessary to fertilize. Low maintenance shrub.