Cistus x hybridus 'Mickie' | Mickie Rock Rose
DESCRIPTION
Cistus x hybridus 'Mickie' is a sun-loving evergreen shrub admired for its showy flowers and vibrant foliage. From late spring to early summer, it produces an abundance of white blooms with sunny yellow centers, creating a cheerful display. The slightly crinkled petals add texture to the flowers, which stand out beautifully against the glossy, green leaves edged with bright yellow variegation.
This cultivar is a hybrid selection prized for its drought tolerance and ornamental value. Its dramatic variegated foliage provides year-round interest, while the profusion of flowers in bloom season makes it a lively addition to borders, rock gardens, or Mediterranean-inspired landscapes. 'Mickie' combines resilience with beauty, making it a versatile choice for a variety of garden settings.
DESCRIPTION
Cistus x hybridus 'Mickie' is a sun-loving evergreen shrub admired for its showy flowers and vibrant foliage. From late spring to early summer, it produces an abundance of white blooms with sunny yellow centers, creating a cheerful display. The slightly crinkled petals add texture to the flowers, which stand out beautifully against the glossy, green leaves edged with bright yellow variegation.
This cultivar is a hybrid selection prized for its drought tolerance and ornamental value. Its dramatic variegated foliage provides year-round interest, while the profusion of flowers in bloom season makes it a lively addition to borders, rock gardens, or Mediterranean-inspired landscapes. 'Mickie' combines resilience with beauty, making it a versatile choice for a variety of garden settings.
DESCRIPTION
Cistus x hybridus 'Mickie' is a sun-loving evergreen shrub admired for its showy flowers and vibrant foliage. From late spring to early summer, it produces an abundance of white blooms with sunny yellow centers, creating a cheerful display. The slightly crinkled petals add texture to the flowers, which stand out beautifully against the glossy, green leaves edged with bright yellow variegation.
This cultivar is a hybrid selection prized for its drought tolerance and ornamental value. Its dramatic variegated foliage provides year-round interest, while the profusion of flowers in bloom season makes it a lively addition to borders, rock gardens, or Mediterranean-inspired landscapes. 'Mickie' combines resilience with beauty, making it a versatile choice for a variety of garden settings.
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Family: Cistaceae
Height: 1–2 feet
Width: 3–4 feet
Foliage Color: Yellow and green variegated leaves, adding year-round visual interest
Flower Color: White flowers with yellow centers
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
Light Requirements: Full sun
Water Requirements: Low
Maintenance: Low; prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape
Growing Zone: USDA Zones 8–10
Wildlife Attractors: Bees and butterflies
