Overview
Adenostoma sparsifolium is a plant with a shrub, small tree habit in the genus Adenostoma, part of the Rosaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Adenostoma sparsifolium grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include specimen plant and informal hedge.
About
Adenostoma sparsifolium is an evergreen shrub or small tree belonging to the Rosaceae family. It thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable as a specimen plant or informal hedge. This cultivar is best appreciated in spring and summer, and can be propagated by seed or semi-ripe cuttings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Adenostoma
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Adenostoma sparsifolium size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Shrub, small tree
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Specimen plant, informal hedge
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Adenostoma sparsifolium
- Propagation
- Seed, semi-ripe cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Resistant to most pests
- Disease resistance
- Resistant to most diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Adenostoma sparsifolium?
Adenostoma sparsifolium prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Adenostoma sparsifolium need?
Adenostoma sparsifolium grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Adenostoma sparsifolium hardy in the UK?
Adenostoma sparsifolium 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 Adenostoma sparsifolium?
Seed, semi-ripe cuttings.