Overview
Cachrys ferulacea is a plant with a clump-forming, upright habit in the genus Cachrys, part of the Apiaceae family, with feathery, aromatic foliage. Cachrys ferulacea grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and neutral and alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include rock gardens and gravel gardens.
About
Cachrys ferulacea is a clump-forming, upright plant in the Apiaceae family, valued for its feathery, aromatic foliage. It thrives in full sun, ideally in a south-facing, sheltered position with fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soil that is neutral to alkaline in pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, this cultivar is well suited to rock and gravel gardens. It is most attractive in spring and summer and can be propagated by seed or division.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Cachrys
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Neutral, Alkaline
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Cachrys ferulacea size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump-forming, Upright
- Foliage
- Feathery, Aromatic
- Suggested uses
- Rock gardens, Gravel gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Cachrys ferulacea
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Resistant to most pests
- Disease resistance
- Resistant to most diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cachrys ferulacea?
Cachrys ferulacea prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Cachrys ferulacea need?
Cachrys ferulacea grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers neutral and alkaline soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Cachrys ferulacea hardy in the UK?
Cachrys ferulacea 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 Cachrys ferulacea?
Seed, Division.