Overview

Coronilla coronata is a bushy shrubs in the genus Coronilla, part of the Fabaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Coronilla coronata grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, coastal and cottage and informal garden.

About

Coronilla coronata is an evergreen, well-branched shrub in the pea family that carries its main display from May to July. It prefers full sun on freely draining soils such as chalk, loam or sand and suits sheltered, south- or west-facing positions. As an H4 plant it tolerates typical UK winters when given a protected site.

About the genus

The genus Coronilla contains 8 species of flowering plants native to Europe and North Africa. It contained about 20 species until Securigera was split off.

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In the garden

A member of the Fabaceae, Coronilla coronata provides evergreen structure with a concentrated flowering period from May to July. Its growth habit is multi-stemmed and compact, so it holds year-round foliage while delivering a seasonal flush of pea-family flowers in late spring and early summer. Site Coronilla coronata in full sun on well-drained soil — chalk, loam or sand are all acceptable — and choose a south- or west-facing, sheltered position to match its exposure needs. It tolerates acid to alkaline pH, so it will fit a wide range of soil chemistries, but avoid heavy, waterlogged ground. Hardiness rating H4 means it survives average UK winters when sited with some protection from driving winds. Use Coronilla coronata in city or courtyard gardens where evergreen form is useful, or at coastal and cottage-style borders that favour sheltered, sunny corners. Its evergreen leaves give structure outside the flowering months, while the May–July bloom provides the seasonal interest typical of the Fabaceae. Position where the evergreen habit can be seen close to paths or seating so the seasonal flowers are easily appreciated.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Coronilla

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Chalk, Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

West-facing, South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H4

Plant details

Coronilla coronata size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Shrubs

Habit

Bushy

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Coronilla coronata

Propagation

Propagate by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

May be susceptible to honey fungus

Frequently asked questions