Hairy Rock Rose
A very nice medium growing rock rose with grey-green crinkled foliage and the intoxicating scent of ladanifer oil when the sun hits its leaves. Large, bright pink flowers cover the bush in spring and though they only last a day, they are in such profusion as to cause a constant floral show for weeks on end! Extremely drought tolerant and easy to grow in full sun with well draining soil.
Latin Name: Cistus incanus ssp. creticus
Site and Soil: Rock Roses prefer well draining soil and full sun
Hardiness: 5-10º Fahrenheit
Size at Maturity: 2-4’x4′
Bloom Time: late spring
Pests & Diseases: None
USDA Zone: 7b