Overview
Heliotropium arborescens 'Gatton Park' is a bushy bedding in the genus Heliotropium, part of the Boraginaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Heliotropium arborescens 'Gatton Park' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1c. Suggested uses include bedding, containers and wildlife gardens.
About
Heliotropium arborescens 'Gatton Park' is a bushy, evergreen cultivar of the Heliotropium genus, which includes various growth forms such as shrubs and sub-shrubs. This cultivar thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils with a wide pH range. It is hardy to H1c in the UK and is best planted after the last frost in fertile soil. 'Gatton Park' is suitable for bedding, containers, and wildlife gardens, offering interest during spring and summer with clusters of small, fragrant flowers.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Heliotropium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1c
Plant details
Heliotropium arborescens 'Gatton Park' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bedding, Shrubs, Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Bedding, Containers, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Heliotropium arborescens 'Gatton Park'
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings, Semi-ripe cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Whitefly
- Disease resistance
- Generally problem free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Heliotropium arborescens 'Gatton Park'?
Heliotropium arborescens 'Gatton Park' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Heliotropium arborescens 'Gatton Park' need?
Heliotropium arborescens 'Gatton Park' grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Heliotropium arborescens 'Gatton Park' hardy in the UK?
Heliotropium arborescens 'Gatton Park' has an RHS hardiness rating of H1c, meaning it needs a warm, frost-free position of 5–10°C and is best grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Heliotropium arborescens 'Gatton Park'?
Softwood cuttings, Semi-ripe cuttings.
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