Overview
Bupleurum rotundifolium 'Griffithii' is a columnar upright herbaceous perennial in the genus Bupleurum, part of the Apiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Bupleurum rotundifolium 'Griffithii' 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, wildflower meadow, gravel garden, flower borders and beds, banks and slopes and cut flowers. It is native to Belgium, Flemish Region, Walloon Region and Flanders.
About
Bupleurum rotundifolium 'Griffithii' is a herbaceous perennial cultivar of the Bupleurum genus, known for its columnar upright habit and deciduous foliage. This plant thrives in full sun and is suited to south- or west-facing aspects, tolerating both exposed and sheltered conditions. It prefers fertile, well-drained soils, including chalk, loam, and sand, across a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is valued for its spring and summer interest and is suitable for use in cottage gardens, wildflower meadows, gravel gardens, flower borders, banks, slopes, and as cut flowers.
About the genus
Bupleurum is a large genus of annual or perennial herbs or woody shrubs, with about 190 species, belonging to the family Apiaceae. The full size of its species may vary between a few cm to up to 3 m high. Their compound umbels of small flowers are adorned with bracteoles that are sometimes large and may play a role in attracting pollinators.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Bupleurum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Bupleurum rotundifolium 'Griffithii' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildflower meadow, Gravel garden, Flower borders and beds, Banks and slopes, Cut flowers
- Native to
- Belgium, Flemish Region, Walloon Region, Flanders
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Bupleurum rotundifolium 'Griffithii'
- Propagation
- Seed sown fresh in autumn, Root semi-ripe cuttings in summer
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Bupleurum rotundifolium 'Griffithii'?
Bupleurum rotundifolium 'Griffithii' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Bupleurum rotundifolium 'Griffithii' need?
Bupleurum rotundifolium 'Griffithii' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Bupleurum rotundifolium 'Griffithii' hardy in the UK?
Bupleurum rotundifolium 'Griffithii' 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 Bupleurum rotundifolium 'Griffithii'?
Seed sown fresh in autumn, Root semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
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