Cistus ‘Alan Fradd’

Common Name:
Rock Rose 'Alan Fradd'

Description:
Cistus 'Alan Fradd' is a hardy evergreen Mediterranean shrub prized for its striking white flowers, each featuring a prominent dark crimson-maroon blotch near the base of the petals. The papery, saucer-shaped blooms appear generously through spring and into summer, creating a bold contrast against the aromatic grey-green foliage. Well suited to Melbourne's climate, 'Alan Fradd' performs best in full sun and free-draining soil, tolerating dry conditions, coastal exposure and poor soils once established. Its naturally dense, spreading habit makes it an excellent choice for Mediterranean-style gardens, sunny borders, embankments and low-maintenance landscapes. Avoid consistently wet or poorly drained soils, particularly during winter. Light pruning after flowering can help maintain a compact, attractive shape.

Form:

• Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 1–1.5 m
• Width: 1.5–2 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:

• White
• Dark crimson-maroon basal markings

Key Attributes:

• Bee Attracting
• Coastal Tolerant
• Drought Tolerant
• Evergreen
• Perennial
• Suitable for Pots

Toxicity:
Cistus 'Alan Fradd' is not generally regarded as toxic to humans, dogs or cats.

Companion Plants:

• Lavender
• Rosemary
• Salvia
• Santolina
• Teucrium
• Westringia
• Euphorbia
• Ornamental grasses

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