Cistus × hybridus ‘Mickie’

Mickie Rockrose

Evergreen Groundcover, Shrub

Bright yellow-gold leaves have irregular sage green centers held aloft on cherry red stems. In May through July, this noteworthy sub-shrub is covered in white flowers. A stable variegated form that is truly unique.

Growing Conditions

Zone: 7, 8, 9

Exposure: Full Sun, Afternoon Sun, Reflected Heat

Water Needs: Drought-tolerant, Low, Occasional

Soil: Lean, Rocky

Description

Size: 12 - 18 tall x 24 - 36 wide
Shape / Form: Low and Spreading, Mounding
Foliage Texture: Fine, Medium
Foliage Quality: Fine, Medium

Features: Attractive Foliage, Drought-tolerant / Water wise, Dwarf / Compact Plant, Flowers, Low Maintenance, Year-round Interest

Foliage Color: Variegated, Yellow, Yellow / Gold

Flower Color: White
Bloom Season: Jul, Jun, May, Summer


Uses and Applications

Landscape Uses: Container, Groundcover, Hell Strip, Mixed Border, Rock Garden, Small Gardens
Special Situations: Deer Resistant, Low Water / No Water, Pest / Disease Resistance
Wildlife: Deer Resistant

More Design Considerations

Season of Interest: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall, Pleasing Seasonal Changes, Year-round Interest, Three Seasons of Interest
Position / Role: front of border, ground hugger
Collections: eGardenGo Favorite

Care and Maintenance

Maintenance Level: low

Perfect Partners

Ceanothus 'Dark Star' | Dark Star California Lilac

Plant Combos