Overview
Boehmeria platyphylla is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Boehmeria, part of the Urticaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Boehmeria platyphylla grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden and flower borders and beds.
About
Boehmeria platyphylla is a clump-forming deciduous cultivar within the Boehmeria genus, which includes resilient trees, shrubs, and perennials in the nettle family. This cultivar thrives in partial shade and prefers sheltered positions with fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. It is hardy to UK zone H4 and is suitable for cottage and informal gardens, as well as flower borders and beds. Interest is mainly during spring and summer, and propagation can be achieved by division in spring or semi-ripe cuttings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Boehmeria
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Boehmeria platyphylla size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Boehmeria platyphylla
- Propagation
- Divide in spring, Semi-ripe cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Boehmeria platyphylla?
Boehmeria platyphylla prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Boehmeria platyphylla need?
Boehmeria platyphylla grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Boehmeria platyphylla hardy in the UK?
Boehmeria platyphylla 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 Boehmeria platyphylla?
Divide in spring, Semi-ripe cuttings.
