Overview
Cymbalaria muralis is a trailing herbaceous perennial in the genus Cymbalaria, part of the Plantaginaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. It typically grows around Up to 10 cm tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Cymbalaria muralis grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, gravel garden, rock garden and wildlife gardens.
About
Cymbalaria muralis forms a dense mat of small, lobed leaves that remain green for most of the year, spreading through creeping stems that take root at various points. Throughout the summer, it produces small flowers resembling those of snapdragons, in a lilac hue.
About the genus
Cymbalaria consists of low-growing, spreading perennials characterized by their rounded, generally lobed foliage. They produce small flowers with two lips and spurs, which can be found in purple or white hues.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Cymbalaria
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- West-facing, South-facing, North-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Cymbalaria muralis size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Trailing
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Height
- Up to 10 cm
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Gravel garden, Rock garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Cymbalaria muralis
- Cultivation
- Grow in semi-shade, or full sun where the soil is not too dry. Good for cracks in paving, or for trailing down walls
- Pruning
- No pruning required
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed, or by removing rooted sections of stem
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Cymbalaria muralis?
Grow in semi-shade, or full sun where the soil is not too dry. Good for cracks in paving, or for trailing down walls.
Where is the best place to plant Cymbalaria muralis?
Cymbalaria muralis prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Cymbalaria muralis need?
Cymbalaria muralis is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
How do I prune Cymbalaria muralis?
No pruning required.
How big does Cymbalaria muralis grow?
Cymbalaria muralis reaches a height of Up to 10 cm and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Cymbalaria muralis hardy in the UK?
Cymbalaria muralis has a UK hardiness rating of H5.
How do I propagate Cymbalaria muralis?
Propagate by seed, or by removing rooted sections of stem.