Overview
Glechoma hederacea 'Barry Yinger Variegated' (v) is a matforming herbaceous perennial in the genus Glechoma, part of the Lamiaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Glechoma hederacea 'Barry Yinger Variegated' (v) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include wildlife gardens, low maintenance, ground cover, banks and slopes and underplanting of roses and shrubs.
About
Glechoma hederacea 'Barry Yinger Variegated' is a cultivar of Glechoma, a genus of perennial herbaceous plants known for their matforming habit and evergreen, rounded, serrated leaves. This cultivar features variegated foliage, adding visual interest throughout spring and summer. It thrives in full sun to partial shade on fertile, moist but well-drained soils of various types and pH levels. Suitable for exposed sites, it is hardy in the UK (H6) and is ideal for use as ground cover, in wildlife gardens, or underplanting roses and shrubs.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Glechoma
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Glechoma hederacea 'Barry Yinger Variegated' (v) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Wildlife gardens, Low Maintenance, Ground cover, Banks and slopes, Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Glechoma hederacea 'Barry Yinger Variegated' (v)
- Propagation
- Division in spring or autumn, Softwood cuttings in late spring
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to slugs and snails
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Glechoma hederacea 'Barry Yinger Variegated' (v)?
Glechoma hederacea 'Barry Yinger Variegated' (v) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Glechoma hederacea 'Barry Yinger Variegated' (v) need?
Glechoma hederacea 'Barry Yinger Variegated' (v) 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.
Is Glechoma hederacea 'Barry Yinger Variegated' (v) hardy in the UK?
Glechoma hederacea 'Barry Yinger Variegated' (v) has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Glechoma hederacea 'Barry Yinger Variegated' (v)?
Division in spring or autumn, Softwood cuttings in late spring.