Elma Rockrose is an evergreen shrub reaching 5 feet in height and width with an upright habit. Its opposite, simple leaves are oblong-lanceolate, measuring 3 to 10 cm, featuring a pine-scented aroma and a gray-green, softly hairy underside. The shrub produces large white flowers up to 7 cm across, each with a yellow center and a distinctive basal yellow spot on the petals, blooming in spring to early summer. It thrives in full sun with well-drained soil, tolerates drought conditions, and is considered resistant to deer.
Details
Botanical Name
Cistus x cyprius var. ellipticus 'Elma'
Common Name
Elma Rockrose
Hardiness Zone
- 7
Appearance
Max Height
5 feet
Max Spread
5 feet
Plant Form
- Upright
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
- White with Yellow Centres
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
Early Spring to Early Summer
Moisture
Average
Sunlight
Full Sun
Maintenance
Low
Deer Resistance
Yes
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