Overview
Fremontodendron is a bushy shrub in the genus Fremontodendron, part of the Malvaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Fremontodendron grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include low maintenance, climber and wall shrubs and wall side borders. It is native to California and Mexico Northwest.
About
Fremontodendron, with the common names fremontia and flannelbush or flannel bush, is a genus of three known species of shrubs native to the Southwestern United States and northwest Mexico.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Fremontodendron
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained,Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Fremontodendron size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrub
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Low Maintenance, Climber and wall shrubs, Wall side borders
- Native to
- California, Mexico Northwest
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Fremontodendron
- Propagation
- Greenwood cuttings in early summer,Semi-ripe cuttings in late summer
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to Phytophthora root diseases and honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Fremontodendron?
Fremontodendron prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Fremontodendron need?
Fremontodendron 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 Fremontodendron hardy in the UK?
Fremontodendron 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 Fremontodendron?
Greenwood cuttings in early summer,Semi-ripe cuttings in late summer.
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