Common gum cistus
Cistus ladanifer
Common gum cistus is a drought-tolerant Mediterranean shrub with large white flowers and aromatic, sticky foliage. Once established, it requires minimal water and thrives in poor, well-draining soil with full sun exposure. This hardy evergreen shrub is excellent for xeriscaping and Mediterranean-style gardens.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
24″ – 60″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
48″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Deeply Then Allow Soil To Dry Completely
Soil pH
5.5 – 7.5
Temperature
-30° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 96″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Mar 21, 2019 by Victoria Rivera (cc-by-sa)
Angeleno Roots Nursery
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