Overview
Bidens ferulifolia Solaire Golden ('Bidantis') is a herbaceous annuals, perennials, or deciduous shrubs annual biennial in the genus Bidens, part of the Asteraceae family, with opposite, simple or pinnately divided leaves foliage. Bidens ferulifolia Solaire Golden ('Bidantis') grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include borders, containers and hanging baskets.
About
Bidens ferulifolia Solaire Golden ('Bidantis') is an annual cultivar within the Bidens genus, which comprises herbaceous annuals, perennials, and deciduous shrubs known for their opposite leaves and daisy-like flowerheads in summer. This cultivar thrives in full sun on south-facing, sheltered sites with fertile, well-drained loam soil that is moist and neutral in pH. Suitable for borders, containers, and hanging baskets, it is hardy to UK zone H4 and offers seasonal interest during spring and summer. Propagation is typically by seed sowing in spring or cuttings in autumn or spring.
About the genus
Bidens is a genus of flowering plants in the aster family, Asteraceae. The genus include roughly 230 species which are distributed worldwide. Despite their global distribution, the systematics and taxonomy of the genus has been described as complicated and unorganized.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Bidens
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Bidens ferulifolia Solaire Golden ('Bidantis') size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Annual Biennial
- Habit
- Herbaceous annuals, perennials, or deciduous shrubs
- Foliage
- Opposite, simple or pinnately divided leaves
- Suggested uses
- Borders, containers, hanging baskets
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Bidens ferulifolia Solaire Golden ('Bidantis')
- Propagation
- Seed sowing in spring, cuttings in autumn or spring
- Pest resistance
- Aphids
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildew, downy mildew, rust
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Bidens ferulifolia Solaire Golden ('Bidantis')?
Bidens ferulifolia Solaire Golden ('Bidantis') prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Bidens ferulifolia Solaire Golden ('Bidantis') need?
Bidens ferulifolia Solaire Golden ('Bidantis') grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
Is Bidens ferulifolia Solaire Golden ('Bidantis') hardy in the UK?
Bidens ferulifolia Solaire Golden ('Bidantis') has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Bidens ferulifolia Solaire Golden ('Bidantis')?
Seed sowing in spring, cuttings in autumn or spring.
