The Cistus x stenophyllus rockrose is an evergreen shrub hybrid of Mediterranean species that grows 5-6 feet high. It has narrow aromatic dark green leaves that release a sweet fragrance on warm days and white flowers in spring with a red spot on each petal. It prefers full sun, well-drained soil, and occasional watering, and is hardy in zones 8-11.

1. Cistus x
stenophyllus
Rockrose
Narrow dark green leaves are aromatic,
with a sweet carrying fragrance on warm
days. White flowers in spring have a red
spot on each petal. Erect form.
Evergreen shrub
Hybrid of Mediterranean species
5–6' high
Full sun
Well-drained soil
Occasional watering
Hardy to 15 ̊F or less
Use on banks, in dry borders and
mixed plantings.
suncrestnurseries.com
Cistus x
stenophyllus
Rockrose
Narrow dark green leaves are aromatic,
with a sweet carrying fragrance on warm
days. White flowers in spring have a red
spot on each petal. Erect form.
Evergreen shrub
Hybrid of Mediterranean species
5–6' high
Full sun
Well-drained soil
Occasional watering
Hardy to 15 ̊F or less
Use on banks, in dry borders and
mixed plantings.
suncrestnurseries.com