Overview
Callianthemum kernerianum is a plant with a low-growing, spreading habit in the genus Callianthemum, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with herbaceous perennial foliage. Callianthemum kernerianum grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include rock gardens, alpine beds and containers.
About
Callianthemum kernerianum is a low-growing, spreading herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Callianthemum in the Ranunculaceae family. This cultivar thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for rock gardens, alpine beds, and containers. It flowers in spring and summer and requires watering during establishment. Propagation can be achieved by division or seed.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Callianthemum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Callianthemum kernerianum size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Low-growing, spreading
- Foliage
- Herbaceous perennial
- Suggested uses
- Rock gardens, alpine beds, containers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Callianthemum kernerianum
- Propagation
- Division, seed
- Pest resistance
- Resistant to most pests
- Disease resistance
- Resistant to most diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Callianthemum kernerianum?
Callianthemum kernerianum prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Callianthemum kernerianum need?
Callianthemum kernerianum grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Callianthemum kernerianum hardy in the UK?
Callianthemum kernerianum 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 Callianthemum kernerianum?
Division, seed.