shrub

Cistus x purpureus | Orchid Rock Rose

Leaves of Orchid Rock Rose are dark green above, grayish beneath. The large flowers have a distinctive red spot on each petal. Its casual growth habit is a good choice for naturalistic landscapes. Canopy coverage: 13 square feet.

Water Requirement: low

Sun Exposure: full sun

Cold Hardiness: cold hardy to 15F

Growth Rate: moderate

Height: 4 feet high

Width: 4 feet wide

Evergreen

Foliage Color: dark green

Flower Color: purple

Flower Season: spring, summer

Wildlife: butterflies