Overview

Chaenostoma cordatum 'Uster0405'PBR is a trailing or spreading bedding in the genus Chaenostoma, part of the Scrophulariaceae family, with elliptic, toothed, lobed or scalloped, pale to dark green foliage. Chaenostoma cordatum 'Uster0405'PBR grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1b. Suggested uses include bedding, containers and hanging baskets.

About

Chaenostoma cordatum, also known as Sutera cordata, Bacopa cordata, Sutera diffusus, Pikmin flower, or Bacopa, is one of 52 species in the genus Chaenostoma (Scrophulariaceae), and is native to South Africa.

About the genus

Chaenostoma is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the family Scrophulariaceae.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Chaenostoma

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H1b

Plant details

Chaenostoma cordatum 'Uster0405'PBR size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Bedding

Habit

Trailing or spreading

Foliage

Elliptic, toothed, lobed or scalloped, pale to dark green

Suggested uses

Bedding, containers, hanging baskets

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Chaenostoma cordatum 'Uster0405'PBR

Propagation

Stem cuttings

Pest resistance

Generally pest-resistant

Disease resistance

Generally disease-resistant

Frequently asked questions