Overview
Dunalia spinosa is a plant with a shrub, small tree habit in the genus Dunalia, part of the Solanaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Dunalia spinosa grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include ornamental plant and conservatory plant.
About
Dunalia spinosa is an evergreen shrub or small tree belonging to the Solanaceae family. It thrives in fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH and requires moist but well-drained conditions. This plant is suited to sheltered locations with full sun or partial shade, ideally facing south or west. Hardy to UK zone H4, Dunalia spinosa is valued as an ornamental or conservatory plant, offering interest during spring and summer. Propagation can be achieved through seed or cuttings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Dunalia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Dunalia spinosa size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Shrub, Small tree
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Ornamental plant, Conservatory plant
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Dunalia spinosa
- Propagation
- Seed, Cuttings
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Dunalia spinosa?
Dunalia spinosa prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Dunalia spinosa need?
Dunalia spinosa grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Dunalia spinosa hardy in the UK?
Dunalia spinosa 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 Dunalia spinosa?
Seed, Cuttings.