Overview
Fumana ericoides is a plant with a low-growing, spreading habit in the genus Fumana, part of the Cistaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Fumana ericoides grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include ground cover, rock gardens and coastal gardens.
About
Fumana ericoides is a low-growing, spreading evergreen shrub from the Cistaceae family, well-suited for use as ground cover in rock and coastal gardens. This cultivar thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring well-drained, neutral loam soil. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is best planted in a suitable position with watering during establishment. Interest is mainly in spring and summer, and propagation can be achieved by seed or semi-ripe cuttings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Fumana
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Fumana ericoides size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Low-growing, spreading
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Ground cover, rock gardens, coastal gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Fumana ericoides
- Propagation
- Seed, semi-ripe cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-resistant
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Fumana ericoides?
Fumana ericoides prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Fumana ericoides need?
Fumana ericoides grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Fumana ericoides hardy in the UK?
Fumana ericoides 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 Fumana ericoides?
Seed, semi-ripe cuttings.
