Overview
Douglasia gormanii is a plant with a compact, cushion-like habit in the genus Douglasia, part of the Primulaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Douglasia gormanii grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include rock gardens and alpine gardens.
About
Douglasia gormanii is a compact, cushion-like evergreen plant belonging to the Primulaceae family. It thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect with fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is well suited for rock and alpine gardens. This cultivar is particularly attractive in spring and summer and can be propagated by seed or division.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Douglasia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Douglasia gormanii size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Compact, cushion-like
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Rock gardens, alpine gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Douglasia gormanii
- Propagation
- Seed, division
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to slugs, snails, thrips
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to aphid-borne viruses, bacterial soft rot, grey moulds
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Douglasia gormanii?
Douglasia gormanii prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Douglasia gormanii need?
Douglasia gormanii grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Douglasia gormanii hardy in the UK?
Douglasia gormanii 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 Douglasia gormanii?
Seed, division.