Overview
Daubenya aurea is a plant with a clump-forming habit in the genus Daubenya, part of the Asparagaceae family, with linear, green foliage. Daubenya aurea grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include rock gardens, containers and borders.
About
Daubenya aurea is a clump-forming cultivar of the genus Daubenya, belonging to the Asparagaceae family. It features linear green foliage and thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect. Best grown in fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH, it is hardy to UK zone H4. This cultivar is suitable for rock gardens, containers, and borders, offering interest in spring and summer. Propagation can be achieved by seed or division.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Daubenya
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Daubenya aurea size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Linear, green
- Suggested uses
- Rock gardens, containers, borders
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Daubenya aurea
- Propagation
- Seed, division
- Pest resistance
- Good
- Disease resistance
- Good
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Daubenya aurea?
Daubenya aurea prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Daubenya aurea need?
Daubenya aurea grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Daubenya aurea hardy in the UK?
Daubenya aurea has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Daubenya aurea?
Seed, division.