Overview
Cavendishia callista is a plant with a shrub habit in the genus Cavendishia, part of the Ericaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Cavendishia callista grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and acid pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include conservatories and warm greenhouses.
About
Cavendishia callista is an evergreen shrub belonging to the genus Cavendishia in the Ericaceae family. It thrives in full sun on a south-facing aspect with sheltered exposure, preferring moist, fertile, well-drained loam soil that is acidic. Hardy to UK zone H4, this cultivar is suitable for cultivation in conservatories and warm greenhouses. It is propagated by seed or semi-ripe cuttings and offers seasonal interest during spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Cavendishia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid
- Soil moisture
- Moist
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Cavendishia callista size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Shrub
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Conservatories, Warm greenhouses
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Cavendishia callista
- Propagation
- Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to red spider mite, mealybug
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cavendishia callista?
Cavendishia callista prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Cavendishia callista need?
Cavendishia callista grows best in loam soil. It prefers acid soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
Is Cavendishia callista hardy in the UK?
Cavendishia callista 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 Cavendishia callista?
Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings.
