We love Cistus. Poor soil, drought, salt, wind, heat…They take it all! Add deer, pest, and fire resistance, what’s not to love? This new charmer stays compact without pruning and even looks great when not in bloom. Works well in borders or containers.
5-9,12-24, 26, 28, 31
10°F to 20°F USDA zones 8–10
18-24" H x 12-18" W
Border, Container, Garden Bed, Groundcover, Rock Gardens, Slope
Evergreen
Slow
Full sun
Compact habit, Deer Resistant, Disease / Pest Resistance, Water-wise
Feature
Pure white flowers in spring; year-round colorful foliage
Spring
Low Water Once Established/Water-wise
Apply a balanced slow-release each spring
Pruning
Tip pinch to shape after bloom
Well-drained soils
1. Dig in your native soil a hole as deep and wide as the container. We recommend planting in native soil for best acclimation.
2. Fill the hole with water and thoroughly water the new plant; allow both to drain.
3. Gently place the plant on its side and remove the pot. Place your hand on the bottom of the plant and put it in the hole.
4. Return native soil around the root ball, wetting and gently tamping down.
5. To complete, create a shallow trench around the base of the plant to contain the water when watering.
6. Mulch 1–2” deep around the plant, avoiding the area closest to the stem.
