Cliffrose is a freely branched, broad-leaf evergreen shrub growing 4 to 10 tall and maybe as wide, depending on the site. Spring flowers are creamy-white, five-petaled, and extremely fragrant, eventually producing white, feathery fruits. Its bark is reddish and peeling. Leathery, pinnately compound leaves are green above, woolly-white below. The foliage is resinous, with a pleasant woody scent. Use in naturally-styled landscapes, meadows, and informal landscapes.
Grow in well drained, dry, poor soils in full sun. It tolerates dry slopes, and is a good choce for erosion control on south and west facing slopes. Does not tolerate over-watering or wet sites. Very drought tolerant once established. Can survive without supplemental irrigation. Selectively remove stray or unruly branches as needed, but otherwise, requires no maintenance. Hardy to -20f