Cistus x pulverulentus 'Alan Fradd' | Purple-flowered Rock Rose - 20-25cm, 2lt CarpinusCistus pulverulentus 'Alan Fradd' is a small, dense, rounded, evergreen shrub with dark green, lance shaped leaves and masses of large, papery white flowers with purple spots at the base of each petal and golden yellow antlers, blooming in June and July. Each flower lasts only for one day. Cistus pulverulentus 'Alan Fradd' can grow well in almost any type of soil, even poor, dry, and chalky, as long as it is well drained and in sunny, sheltered
fresh-tasting
excellent for conifer beds
exhibiting beautiful white blossoms in spring that are a feast to the eyes
orange fruit in late summer
better known as African Lily
Pruning supresses flowering
a New Zealand Flax cultivar
It is tolerant of partial shade
Reddish male catkins appear in spring before the leaves emerge
and fragrant
It is very easy to grow and low maintenance
is an excellent slender ornamental tree