Cistus 'Little Miss Sunshine'

‘Little Miss Sunshine’ is an evergreen rockrose selected for its green-and-gold variegated foliage and white spring flowers. The cultivar is sold as Cistus corbariensis ‘Dunnecis’ PP22364 and forms a compact shrub suited to sunny, dry gardens. ## Size and siting The [Sunset Plant Collection profile](https://sunsetplantcollection.com/the-collection/plant/little-miss-sunshine/) lists a mature size of 18–24 inches tall by 12–18 inches wide, USDA zones 8–10, and full sun. It recommends well-drained soil and describes the plant as water-wise once established. The listing also identifies the evergreen foliage and spring bloom, which make this selection useful in a border or container. ## Cultivar identity The [plant patent record](https://patents.justia.com/patent/PP22364) gives the denomination DUNNECIS and describes the compact habit, golden variegation, and white flowers. It records the U.S. grant date as December 20, 2011. Allow enough space for the stated mature spread and avoid wet, poorly drained sites. ## Maintenance Water consistently during establishment, then reduce irrigation as roots develop. Trim lightly after flowering to shape the shrub, avoiding severe cuts into old wood.