Mickey Rockrose
Cistus x hybridus 'Mickey'
Mickey Rockrose
Cistus x hybridus 'Mickey'
The Mickey Rockrose, sometimes called Variegated Sageleaf Rockrose, is a vibrantly colored shrub up to about 3' tall by 2.5-3' wide and has a mounding growth habit. It has a slow growth rate but worth the wait! Plant in full sun. Prefers Alkaline soil. The leaves are variegated with a soft serration. Cistus x hybridus should not be over-watered during the Summer months. Beautiful white flowers with a yellow center appear in Spring/Summer. This plants is also heat-tolerant so it is suitable for many of the harsher climates of Southern California. It will also attracts Bees and is somewhat deer resistant. USDA Zones 7-10.
Foliage: Evergreen
Sun Exposure: Full Sun (6+ Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Water Needs: Low
Bloom Season: Spring/summer
Mature Height: 2-3'
Mature Width: 2-3'
Form: Mound
Usda Zones: 7,8,9,10
Attributes: Drought Tolerant, Xeriscape, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Southwestern Garden
Proper planting technique will help your plants thrive! Follow these simple steps to help your plants establish quickly, develop a strong root system, and live longer:
- Properly dig the hole
- Amend the soil to suit each particular plant
- Place the plant and backfill the soil
- Provide ample water for each particular plant
- Review our how to plant guide!
For detailed information, please download our planting guides:
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