Overview
Garcinia is a plant with a tree, shrub habit in the genus Garcinia, part of the Clusiaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Garcinia grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include specimen plant, conservatories and tropical gardens.
About
Garcinia is an evergreen tree or shrub belonging to the Clusiaceae family, suited to growing in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect. It thrives in fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH and moderate moisture. Hardy to UK zone H4, this genus is ideal as a specimen plant in conservatories or tropical gardens. Interest in Garcinia is primarily during the spring and summer seasons, and it can be propagated by seed or cuttings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Garcinia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moderate
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Garcinia size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Tree, shrub
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Specimen plant, conservatories, tropical gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Garcinia
- Propagation
- Seed, cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to scale insects, mealybugs
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to root rot in waterlogged soils
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Garcinia?
Garcinia prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Garcinia need?
Garcinia grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moderate.
Is Garcinia hardy in the UK?
Garcinia 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 Garcinia?
Seed, cuttings.