Overview
Chamelaucium 'Lullfitz Selection' is a spreading branched, columnar upright shrubs in the genus Chamelaucium, part of the Myrtaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Chamelaucium 'Lullfitz Selection' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include coastal, city and courtyard gardens, gravel garden, conservatory and greenhouse and cut flowers.
About
Chamelaucium 'Lullfitz Selection' is a cultivar of the Chamelaucium genus, which comprises evergreen shrubs in the Myrtaceae family. This cultivar features a spreading branched to columnar upright habit and thrives in full sun with a sheltered aspect, ideally facing east, south, or west. It prefers fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils with acid to neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H3, it is suitable for coastal, city, and courtyard gardens, as well as gravel gardens and conservatories. It is valued for interest in spring and summer and can be propagated by sowing seeds in spring or taking cuttings in early or late summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Chamelaucium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Chamelaucium 'Lullfitz Selection' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Spreading branched, Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Coastal, City and courtyard gardens, Gravel garden, Conservatory and greenhouse, Cut flowers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Chamelaucium 'Lullfitz Selection'
- Propagation
- Sowing seeds in spring, Greenwood cuttings in early summer, Semi-ripe cuttings in late summer
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to root rot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Chamelaucium 'Lullfitz Selection'?
Chamelaucium 'Lullfitz Selection' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Chamelaucium 'Lullfitz Selection' need?
Chamelaucium 'Lullfitz Selection' grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Chamelaucium 'Lullfitz Selection' hardy in the UK?
Chamelaucium 'Lullfitz Selection' has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Chamelaucium 'Lullfitz Selection'?
Sowing seeds in spring, Greenwood cuttings in early summer, Semi-ripe cuttings in late summer.
