Overview
Dictamnus albus is a plant with a bushy habit in the genus Dictamnus, part of the Rutaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Dictamnus albus grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, coastal, wildlife gardens and flower borders and beds.
About
Dictamnus albus is a species of flowering plant in the family Rutaceae. It is also known as burning bush, dittany, gas plant or fraxinella.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Dictamnus
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, North-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Dictamnus albus size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Coastal, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Dictamnus albus
- Propagation
- Seed sown in pots in a cold frame as soon as ripe or in early spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Dictamnus albus?
Dictamnus albus prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Dictamnus albus need?
Dictamnus albus is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Dictamnus albus hardy in the UK?
Dictamnus albus 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 Dictamnus albus?
Seed sown in pots in a cold frame as soon as ripe or in early spring.