Halimiocistus wintonensis 'Merrist Wood Cream'

Merrist Wood Cream Rockrose

Evergreen Shrub

For flowers alone this is the most spectacular Rockrose. A cross between Halium and Cistus produced this remarkable low spreading evergreen shrub to 2′ tall and 3′ wide. In April to June 2″ cream colored single flowers, the base of each petal is a maroon blotch Flowers appear daily for weeks. Attractive felted sage green/gray foliage is handsome even out of bloom. Full sun and well drained ENRICHED soil- these hybrids prefer richer conditions. Little or no water for established plants. Tip prune after flowering to shape. Protected location. Excellent performance in Hell strips. Amazing flowers.—Courtesy Xera Plants

Growing Conditions

Zone: 8, 9

Exposure: Full Sun, Afternoon Sun, Reflected Heat

Water Needs: Drought-tolerant, Low, Low Water / No Water, Occasional

Soil: Well-drained

Description

Size: 24 - 36 tall x 24 - 36 wide
Shape / Form: Low and Spreading
Foliage Texture: Medium
Foliage Quality: Medium

Features: Attractive Foliage, Drought-tolerant / Water wise, Flowers, Low Maintenance

Foliage Color: Green, Silver / Gray

Flower Color: Yellow
Bloom Season: Summer, Late Spring / Early Summer
Flower Shape: Single


Uses and Applications

Landscape Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Banks and Slopes, Groundcover, Hedges and Screens, Hell Strip, Mixed Border, Rock Garden, Structure / Foundation
Special Situations: Deer Resistant, Heat Tolerant, Low Water / No Water, Once-a-Year Maintenance, Reflected Heat, Seaside / Salt Tolerant
Wildlife: Deer Resistant, Pollinators

More Design Considerations

Season of Interest: Summer, Late Spring / Early Summer
Position / Role: mid-plane filler

Care and Maintenance

Maintenance Level: low

Suitable Substitutes

Perfect Partners

Ceanothus 'Dark Star' | Dark Star California Lilac