Overview
Circaea is a columnar upright herbaceous perennial in the genus Circaea, part of the Onagraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Circaea grows best in full shade and partial shade, and tolerates clay and loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include wildlife gardens and ground cover.
About
Circaea, or enchanter's nightshades, is a genus of flowering plants in the evening primrose family Onagraceae. About two dozen taxa have been described, including eight species.
About the genus
Circaea, or enchanter's nightshades, is a genus of flowering plants in the evening primrose family Onagraceae. About two dozen taxa have been described, including eight species. Plants of the genus occur throughout the temperate and boreal forests of the Northern Hemisphere.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Circaea
- Sunlight
- Full shade, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Circaea size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Wildlife gardens, Ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Circaea
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Circaea?
Circaea prefers full shade and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Circaea need?
Circaea grows best in clay and loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Circaea hardy in the UK?
Circaea has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Circaea?
Seed, Division.