Overview
Adenophora pereskiifolia is a columnar upright herbaceous perennial in the genus Adenophora, part of the Campanulaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 1-1.5 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Adenophora pereskiifolia grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Adenophora
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
Plant details
Adenophora pereskiifolia size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 1-1.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Adenophora pereskiifolia?
Adenophora pereskiifolia prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Adenophora pereskiifolia need?
Adenophora pereskiifolia is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Adenophora pereskiifolia grow?
Adenophora pereskiifolia reaches a height of 1-1.5 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
More in the Adenophora genus
- Adenophora bulleyanaBulley's ladybells
- Adenophora divaricata
- Adenophora campanulata
- Adenophora latifolia Fischer
- Adenophora potaninii white