Overview
Cautleya gracilis 'Crûg Gold' is a columnar upright herbaceous perennial in the genus Cautleya, part of the Zingiberaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Cautleya gracilis 'Crûg Gold' grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include sub-tropical and flower borders and beds.
About
Cautleya gracilis is a perennial herbaceous plant in the family Zingiberaceae. It is found in the Himalayas through to south China and Vietnam.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Cautleya
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Cautleya gracilis 'Crûg Gold' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Sub-tropical, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Cautleya gracilis 'Crûg Gold'
- Propagation
- Division of established clumps in late spring, Seed in early spring
- Pest resistance
- Slugs and snails may damage new growth
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cautleya gracilis 'Crûg Gold'?
Cautleya gracilis 'Crûg Gold' prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Cautleya gracilis 'Crûg Gold' need?
Cautleya gracilis 'Crûg Gold' grows best in loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Cautleya gracilis 'Crûg Gold' hardy in the UK?
Cautleya gracilis 'Crûg Gold' 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 Cautleya gracilis 'Crûg Gold'?
Division of established clumps in late spring, Seed in early spring.
More in the Cautleya genus
- Cautleya gracilis
- Cautleya gracilis 'Purple Splendour'
- Cautleya spicata 'Arun Flame'Himalayan ginger 'Arun Flame'
