Overview
Adonis flammea is a columnar upright annual biennial in the genus Adonis, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Adonis flammea grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include wildflower meadow, cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens and flower borders and beds.
About
Adonis flammea is a cultivar of the Adonis genus, which comprises both annual and herbaceous perennial plants known for their finely dissected foliage and solitary, bowl-shaped flowers in shades of red, yellow, or white. This cultivar has a columnar upright habit and deciduous foliage, thriving best in full sun across various garden aspects. It prefers fertile, moist but well-drained alkaline soils such as chalk, clay, loam, or sand. Hardy to UK zone H7, it is suitable for wildflower meadows, cottage gardens, wildlife gardens, and flower borders, with interest during summer and autumn. Propagation is by seed.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Adonis
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Adonis flammea size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Annual Biennial
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Wildflower meadow, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Adonis flammea
- Propagation
- Seed
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to slugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Adonis flammea?
Adonis flammea prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Adonis flammea need?
Adonis flammea is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Adonis flammea hardy in the UK?
Adonis flammea has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Adonis flammea?
Seed.
