Overview
Brachyglottis hectoris is a bushy shrubs in the genus Brachyglottis, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Brachyglottis hectoris grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, city and courtyard gardens, coastal, wildlife gardens, mediterranean climate plants, low maintenance and flower borders and beds.
About
Brachyglottis hectoris is an evergreen, bushy shrub belonging to the genus Brachyglottis, which includes a variety of evergreen shrubs, climbers, and herbaceous perennials. This cultivar thrives in full sun with a sheltered aspect, ideally south- or west-facing, and prefers fertile, well-drained soils ranging from chalk to clay, sand, and loam with a pH that can be acid, alkaline, or neutral. It is hardy to UK zone H4 and is suitable for cottage gardens, city courtyards, coastal areas, and wildlife-friendly planting. The plant is noted for its winter interest and benefits from support and propagation by semi-hardwood cuttings in summer.
About the genus
Brachyglottis is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae. The genus was erected on November 29, 1775, by Johann Reinhold Forster and Georg Forster. The name was derived from the Greek brachus ("short") and glottis a reference to the size of the ray florets.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Brachyglottis
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Brachyglottis hectoris size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Wildlife gardens, Mediterranean climate plants, Low Maintenance, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Brachyglottis hectoris
- Propagation
- Semi-hardwood cuttings in summer
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Brachyglottis hectoris?
Brachyglottis hectoris prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Brachyglottis hectoris need?
Brachyglottis hectoris is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Brachyglottis hectoris hardy in the UK?
Brachyglottis hectoris 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 Brachyglottis hectoris?
Semi-hardwood cuttings in summer.
