Overview
Brachyglottis perdicioides is a bushy shrubs in the genus Brachyglottis, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Brachyglottis perdicioides 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 perdicioides is a bushy evergreen shrub belonging to the genus Brachyglottis, which includes a variety of evergreen shrubs, climbers, and herbaceous perennials. This plant thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered position with well-drained fertile soil, tolerating a range of soil types and pH levels. It is hardy to UK zone H4 and is suitable for south- or west-facing aspects. The shrub is notable for its simple leaves, often with a felt-like underside, and produces clusters of daisy-like flower heads during spring and summer, making it a good choice for cottage gardens, coastal areas, and wildlife-friendly planting.
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 perdicioides 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 perdicioides
- 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 perdicioides?
Brachyglottis perdicioides prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Brachyglottis perdicioides need?
Brachyglottis perdicioides 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 perdicioides hardy in the UK?
Brachyglottis perdicioides 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 perdicioides?
Semi-hardwood cuttings in summer.
