Overview
Cremanthodium discoideum is a plant with a clump-forming habit in the genus Cremanthodium, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Cremanthodium discoideum grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include border and woodland garden.
About
Cremanthodium discoideum is a clump-forming cultivar within the genus Cremanthodium, part of the Asteraceae family. It is a deciduous plant that thrives in full sun, ideally in a south-facing, sheltered position. Best grown in fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH, it is hardy to UK zone H5. This cultivar is suitable for borders and woodland gardens, offering interest during spring and summer. Propagation can be achieved by seed or division.
About the genus
Cremanthodium is a large genus of flowering plants in the daisy family.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Cremanthodium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Cremanthodium discoideum size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Border, Woodland garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Cremanthodium discoideum
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Good
- Disease resistance
- Good
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cremanthodium discoideum?
Cremanthodium discoideum prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Cremanthodium discoideum need?
Cremanthodium discoideum grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Cremanthodium discoideum hardy in the UK?
Cremanthodium discoideum 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 Cremanthodium discoideum?
Seed, Division.
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