Overview
Chloranthus fortunei is a columnar upright herbaceous perennial in the genus Chloranthus, part of the Chloranthaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.1-0.5 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Chloranthus fortunei grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, flower borders and beds and underplanting of roses and shrubs.
About
Chloranthus fortunei, commonly known as Fortune's chloranthus, is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Chloranthaceae family. It has a columnar upright habit and deciduous foliage, typically growing between 0.1 and 0.5 metres in height and spread, reaching full size within 2 to 5 years. This plant thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers a sheltered position with moist but well-drained soil. It is adaptable to various soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, and tolerates acid, alkaline, and neutral pH levels. Its main seasons of interest are spring and summer.
About the genus
Chloranthus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Chloranthaceae.
Wikipedia contributors, "Chloranthus", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Chloranthus
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Chloranthus
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Chloranthus fortunei size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Flower borders and beds, Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Chloranthus fortunei
- Propagation
- Division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Chloranthus fortunei?
Chloranthus fortunei prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Chloranthus fortunei need?
Chloranthus fortunei is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Chloranthus fortunei grow?
Chloranthus fortunei reaches a height of 0.1-0.5 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Chloranthus fortunei hardy in the UK?
Chloranthus fortunei 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 Chloranthus fortunei?
Division.
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