Overview
Adenocarpus hispanicus is a plant with a bushy habit in the genus Adenocarpus, part of the Fabaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Adenocarpus hispanicus grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include specimen plant and mediterranean-style gardens.
About
Adenocarpus hispanicus is a bushy deciduous shrub belonging to the Fabaceae family. It thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect with fertile, well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for Mediterranean-style gardens and makes an excellent specimen plant. This cultivar is particularly attractive in spring and summer and can be propagated by semi-ripe cuttings taken in late summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Adenocarpus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Adenocarpus hispanicus size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Specimen plant, Mediterranean-style gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Adenocarpus hispanicus
- Propagation
- Semi-ripe cuttings in late summer
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-resistant
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Adenocarpus hispanicus?
Adenocarpus hispanicus prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Adenocarpus hispanicus need?
Adenocarpus hispanicus grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Adenocarpus hispanicus hardy in the UK?
Adenocarpus hispanicus has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Adenocarpus hispanicus?
Semi-ripe cuttings in late summer.
