poplar-leaved rock rose

A bushy evergreen shrub, producing densely branched stems to 1.2m (4ft) high and 1m (39in) across, and lance-shaped, dark green leaves, with deeply ruffled or undulating margins. The leaves, and young stems are aromatic to the touch. White saucer-shaped flowers with a central boss of bright yellow stamens, are produced from globe-shaped, crimson buds throughout summer. The plant requires full sun and very well-drained soil in which to grow successfully, particularly overwinter, when rainfall may be higher.