Overview
Gossypium thurberi is a plant with a shrub habit in the genus Gossypium, part of the Malvaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Gossypium thurberi grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include ornamental.
About
Gossypium thurberi, commonly known as Arizona wild cotton, is a deciduous shrub belonging to the Malvaceae family. It thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect and prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, this ornamental plant is best grown in conditions that provide well-drained soil and protection from harsh exposure. It is propagated by seed and offers seasonal interest during spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Gossypium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Gossypium thurberi size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Shrub
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Ornamental
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Gossypium thurberi
- Propagation
- Seed
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to aphids
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to verticillium wilt
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Gossypium thurberi?
Gossypium thurberi prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Gossypium thurberi need?
Gossypium thurberi grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Gossypium thurberi hardy in the UK?
Gossypium thurberi 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 Gossypium thurberi?
Seed.
More in the Gossypium genus
- Gossypiumcotton
- Gossypium arboreumCeylon cotton
- Gossypium barbadenseSea Island cotton
- Gossypium herbaceumLevant cotton
- Gossypium tomentosum
