Overview
Buphthalmum salicifolium is a perennial herb in the genus Buphthalmum, part of the Asteraceae family. Buphthalmum salicifolium grows best in full sun, and tolerates well-drained and sandy or loamy soils and neutral to alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders and wildflower gardens. It is native to C Europe.
About
Buphthalmum salicifolium is a perennial herb in the Asteraceae valued for its yellow flower heads. Native to central Europe, it flowers in the UK from June to August. It prefers full sun and well-drained sandy or loamy soil with a neutral to alkaline pH and moderate moisture, and is rated H5 (hardy) for UK gardens.
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About the genus
Buphthalmum is a genus of flowering plants in the aster family, Asteraceae. They are native to Europe, and B.
In the garden
Buphthalmum salicifolium is a perennial member of the aster family originating from central Europe and cultivated for its clear yellow blooms that appear through the summer months. Flowering runs from June to August in the UK, providing a predictable mid-summer display. Give it a sunny position in soil that drains freely; it favours sandy or loamy soils with a neutral to alkaline reaction and does not like waterlogged conditions. Keep soil moisture at a moderate level rather than persistently wet or dry. The H5 hardiness rating means it is classed as hardy in most UK gardens and will tolerate typical winter conditions without special winter protection. Use yellow ox eye where summer flowering and a simple, clear flower colour are required: traditional mixed borders and wildflower-style areas are appropriate settings. Planting in open, sunny patches helps the flower heads show to best effect from June to August, so choose positions where the blooms will be readily visible among neighbouring perennial planting.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Buphthalmum
- Sunlight
- full sun
- Soil type
- well-drained, sandy or loamy
- Soil pH
- neutral to alkaline
- Soil moisture
- moderate
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Buphthalmum salicifolium size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial herb
- Suggested uses
- borders, wildflower gardens
- Native to
- C Europe
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Buphthalmum salicifolium
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil and full sun; avoid waterlogged conditions.
- Pruning
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming.
- Propagation
- seed, division
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Buphthalmum salicifolium?
Prefers well-drained soil and full sun; avoid waterlogged conditions.
Where is the best place to plant Buphthalmum salicifolium?
Buphthalmum salicifolium prefers full sun.
What soil does Buphthalmum salicifolium need?
Buphthalmum salicifolium grows best in well-drained and sandy or loamy soil. It prefers neutral to alkaline soil. Aim for soil that stays moderate.
How do I prune Buphthalmum salicifolium?
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming.
Is Buphthalmum salicifolium hardy in the UK?
Buphthalmum salicifolium has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Buphthalmum salicifolium?
Seed, division.
