Overview
Agathosma serpyllacea is a plant with a bushy habit in the genus Agathosma, part of the Rutaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Agathosma serpyllacea grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include mediterranean climate plants, sub-tropical and conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Agathosma serpyllacea is a bushy deciduous cultivar of the Agathosma genus, belonging to the Rutaceae 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 H3, it is suitable for Mediterranean and sub-tropical climates, as well as conservatories and greenhouses. This cultivar is best propagated by hardwood cuttings in autumn or semi-hardwood cuttings in summer, with its main seasons of interest being spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Agathosma
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Agathosma serpyllacea size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Mediterranean climate plants, Sub-tropical, Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Agathosma serpyllacea
- Propagation
- Hardwood cuttings in autumn, semi-hardwood cuttings in summer
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to aphids, capsid bugs, caterpillars, earwigs, figwort weevils, glasshouse red spider mite, leaf and bud eelworm, and mullein moth
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to honey fungus, fungal leaf spot, and virus diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Agathosma serpyllacea?
Agathosma serpyllacea prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Agathosma serpyllacea need?
Agathosma serpyllacea grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Agathosma serpyllacea hardy in the UK?
Agathosma serpyllacea has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Agathosma serpyllacea?
Hardwood cuttings in autumn, semi-hardwood cuttings in summer.
