Overview
Flemingia is a plant with a bushy habit in the genus Flemingia, part of the Fabaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Flemingia grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include hedge and forage crop.
About
Flemingia is a bushy deciduous cultivar belonging to the Fabaceae family. It thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect and prefers fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for use as a hedge or forage crop. Propagation can be achieved through seed or semi-ripe cuttings. This cultivar is particularly notable in spring and summer, reflecting its seasonal interest during these times.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Flemingia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Flemingia size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Hedge, Forage crop
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Flemingia
- Propagation
- Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Flemingia?
Flemingia prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Flemingia need?
Flemingia grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Flemingia hardy in the UK?
Flemingia 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 Flemingia?
Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings.