Overview
Chrysosplenium tetrandrum is a matforming bogs in the genus Chrysosplenium, part of the Saxifragaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Chrysosplenium tetrandrum grows best in full shade and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, low maintenance, flower borders and beds, ground cover and underplanting of roses and shrubs.
About
Chrysosplenium tetrandrum is a matforming evergreen perennial cultivar within the Chrysosplenium genus, known for its compact growth and stoloniferous habit. It thrives in shaded, sheltered locations with moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils, preferring acid to neutral pH. This cultivar is hardy in the UK (H5) and is suitable for north- or east-facing aspects. It is ideal for cottage and informal gardens, flower borders, and as ground cover or underplanting beneath roses and shrubs. Interest is provided in spring and summer by its small clustered flowers and rounded foliage.
About the genus
Chrysosplenium is a genus of flowering plants in the family Saxifragaceae. It includes 84 species found throughout the Arctic and northern temperate parts of the Northern Hemisphere. The highest species diversity is in eastern Asia, and some species are found disjunctly in South America.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Chrysosplenium
- Sunlight
- Full shade, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Chrysosplenium tetrandrum size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bogs, Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Low Maintenance, Flower borders and beds, Ground cover, Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Chrysosplenium tetrandrum
- Propagation
- Division, Separating rooted runners
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to slugs and snails
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Chrysosplenium tetrandrum?
Chrysosplenium tetrandrum prefers full shade and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Chrysosplenium tetrandrum need?
Chrysosplenium tetrandrum grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Chrysosplenium tetrandrum hardy in the UK?
Chrysosplenium tetrandrum 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 Chrysosplenium tetrandrum?
Division, Separating rooted runners.