Overview
Heliotropium arborescens 'Nagano' is a bushy bedding in the genus Heliotropium, part of the Boraginaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Heliotropium arborescens 'Nagano' 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 'Nagano' is a bushy evergreen cultivar of the Heliotropium genus, which includes annuals, perennials, sub-shrubs, and shrubs known for their simple leaves and clusters of small, fragrant flowers in summer. This cultivar thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils with a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. It requires moist but well-drained conditions and is suitable for bedding, containers, and wildlife gardens. 'Nagano' is hardy to UK zone H1c and is best propagated by softwood or semi-ripe cuttings.
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 'Nagano' 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 'Nagano'
- 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 'Nagano'?
Heliotropium arborescens 'Nagano' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Heliotropium arborescens 'Nagano' need?
Heliotropium arborescens 'Nagano' 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 'Nagano' hardy in the UK?
Heliotropium arborescens 'Nagano' 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 'Nagano'?
Softwood cuttings, Semi-ripe cuttings.
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