Overview
Globularia nudicaulis is a mat-forming alpine rockery in the genus Globularia, part of the Plantaginaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Globularia nudicaulis grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include rock garden, gravel garden and patio and container plants. It is native to Austria, France, Germany, Italy, NW. Balkan Pen., Spain and Switzerland.
About
Globularia nudicaulis, known as naked-stalked globe daisy, is a mat-forming evergreen perennial from the Plantaginaceae family. It features lanceolate or spoon-shaped foliage typical of the Globularia genus and produces clusters of small lavender-blue flowers in summer. This cultivar thrives in full sun and well-drained loam or sandy soils with neutral to alkaline pH, suitable for rock or gravel gardens as well as patio containers. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is native to parts of Europe including Austria and Spain and offers winter interest in the garden.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Globularia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing, North-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Globularia nudicaulis size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery
- Habit
- Mat-forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Rock garden, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants
- Native to
- Austria, France, Germany, Italy, NW. Balkan Pen., Spain, Switzerland
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Globularia nudicaulis
- Propagation
- Seed, Individual rosettes
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Globularia nudicaulis?
Globularia nudicaulis prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Globularia nudicaulis need?
Globularia nudicaulis grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Globularia nudicaulis hardy in the UK?
Globularia nudicaulis has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Globularia nudicaulis?
Seed, Individual rosettes.
More in the Globularia genus
- Globularia alypum
- Globularia meridionalis 'Hort's Variety'globe daisy 'Hort's Variety'
- Globularia sarcophylla
- Globularia trichosanthahair-flowered globe daisy
- Globularia valentina
