Overview
Centranthus ruber mauve-flowered is a columnar upright herbaceous perennial in the genus Centranthus, part of the Caprifoliaceae family, with semi-evergreen foliage. Centranthus ruber mauve-flowered grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include coastal gardens, cottage gardens, gravel gardens, wildlife gardens and flower borders and beds.
About
Centranthus ruber mauve-flowered is a semi-evergreen cultivar of the Centranthus genus, which includes annuals or perennials with simple, opposite leaves and clusters of small, trumpet-shaped flowers at the stem tips. This cultivar has a columnar upright habit and thrives in full sun, ideally in south- or west-facing, exposed positions. It prefers well-drained, fertile soils such as chalk, loam, or sand with neutral to alkaline pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for coastal, cottage, gravel, and wildlife gardens, as well as flower borders and beds, providing interest through summer and autumn.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Centranthus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Centranthus ruber mauve-flowered size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial, Annual Biennial
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Semi-evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Coastal gardens, Cottage gardens, Gravel gardens, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Centranthus ruber mauve-flowered
- Propagation
- Seed sown in spring, Division in early spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Centranthus ruber mauve-flowered?
Centranthus ruber mauve-flowered prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Centranthus ruber mauve-flowered need?
Centranthus ruber mauve-flowered is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Centranthus ruber mauve-flowered hardy in the UK?
Centranthus ruber mauve-flowered 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 Centranthus ruber mauve-flowered?
Seed sown in spring, Division in early spring.
