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Cistus x Purpureus Alan Fradd / 2L
Cistus × purpureus 'Alan Fradd'
Confirmed format: 2 litre pot
Plant Highlights
- Striking white papery blooms with deep crimson-maroon blotches
- Aromatic evergreen foliage provides year-round structure
- Thrives in hot, dry positions and coastal locations
- Supports pollinators and butterflies during summer
- Compact, bushy, and rounded growth habit
Overview
Cistus × purpureus 'Alan Fradd' is a charming and resilient evergreen shrub valued for its profusion of large, papery white flowers that appear in early summer. Each delicate bloom features a distinctive deep maroon-purple blotch at the base of the petals, surrounding a bright cluster of golden-yellow stamens. Forming a neat, rounded bush with aromatic dark green foliage, this Mediterranean shrub is exceptionally well suited to dry borders, rockeries, gravel gardens, and coastal settings.
Why We Love It
- Large white summer flowers adorned with eye-catching maroon blotches.
- Evergreen dark green foliage offers year-round colour and structure.
- Exceptional tolerance to drought, heat, and coastal winds.
- Compact habit makes it ideal for smaller gardens and patio containers.
- Low-maintenance nature once established in the right spot.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Cistus × purpureus 'Alan Fradd' |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Foliage Persistence | Evergreen |
| Flower Colour | White, red, burgundy, and multicolour |
| Flowering Season | May, June, and July |
| Growth Habit | Bushy, rounded, and compact |
| Mature Height | 100 cm |
| Mature Spread | 100 cm |
| Fragrance Level | Light |
| Care Level | Easy |
Growing Guide
| Position | Plant in full sun in a sheltered or coastal exposure with south-facing or west-facing aspects. |
|---|---|
| Soil | Grows well in loam, sand, or chalk soil textures with any soil pH. |
| Drainage | Requires free-draining or well-drained soil conditions. Avoid waterlogged winter ground. |
| Watering | Low water need. Suitable for dry and moderately dry moisture conditions once established. |
| Pruning | Prune in July to August following Pruning Group 5 guidelines. |
| Hardiness | RHS H4 (−10°C to −5°C). |
Perfect For
- Borders and front or middle border positions
- Patio containers and balconies
- Rockeries and gravel gardens
- Coastal gardens and exposed sites
- Wildlife and cottage garden schemes
Good to Know
- Provides wonderful support for pollinators and butterflies during summer.
- Displays strong tolerance to drought, heat, wind, and salt spray.
- Maintains evergreen interest throughout all twelve months of the year.
Product Information
| Supplied Format | 2 litre pot |
|---|---|
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Container Suitable | Yes |
| Coastal Suitable | Yes |
| Small Garden Suitable | Yes |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
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