About
A compact, weakly-branched perennial, forming mounds of linear leaves to 45cm high. In late summer and autumn it bears sprays of aster-like, pale purple flowers with a yellow eye.
About the genus
Galatella is a genus of around 30 species of tall, clump-forming herbaceous perennials found in Europe and Asia. They have narrow, hairy leaves and produce daisy-like flowers during the summer.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden
Care notes
CultivationGrow in well-cultivated, fertile, moist but well-drained soil in sun. Mulch annually after cutting back in late autumn
PruningCut back to ground level in autumn
PropagationPropagate by seed or division
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids, slugs and snails
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free