Overview

Chaenorhinum serpyllifolium subsp. lusitanicum is a matforming herbaceous perennial in the genus Chaenorhinum, part of the Plantaginaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Chaenorhinum serpyllifolium subsp. lusitanicum grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include patio and container plants, rock garden, city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, low maintenance, banks and slopes and flower borders and beds.

About

Chaenorhinum serpyllifolium subsp. lusitanicum is a matforming herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Chaenorhinum, which includes around 27 species of annual and perennial flowering herbs native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Europe and Asia. This semi-evergreen plant thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring fertile, moist but well-drained soils such as chalk, loam, or sand. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and is well-suited to rock gardens, patios, and informal cottage gardens, providing interest in summer and autumn with its charming flowers and foliage.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Chaenorhinum

Sunlight

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil type

Chalk, Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained, Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Exposed, Sheltered

UK hardiness

H5

Plant details

Chaenorhinum serpyllifolium subsp. lusitanicum size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Herbaceous Perennial, Alpine Rockery

Habit

Matforming

Foliage

Semi evergreen

Suggested uses

Patio and container plants, Rock garden, City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Low Maintenance, Banks and slopes, Flower borders and beds

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Chaenorhinum serpyllifolium subsp. lusitanicum

Propagation

Seed

Pest resistance

May be susceptible to slugs and snails

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

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