Overview
Hemisteptia lyrata is a plant with a upright habit in the genus Hemisteptia, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hemisteptia lyrata grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, rock gardens and coastal gardens.
About
Hemisteptia lyrata is an upright deciduous cultivar of the genus Hemisteptia, belonging to the Asteraceae family. It thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect with fertile, well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, this plant is suitable for borders, rock gardens, and coastal gardens. It is best grown for interest during spring and summer and can be propagated by seed or division.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hemisteptia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Hemisteptia lyrata size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Borders, rock gardens, coastal gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hemisteptia lyrata
- Propagation
- Seed, division
- Pest resistance
- High
- Disease resistance
- High
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hemisteptia lyrata?
Hemisteptia lyrata prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hemisteptia lyrata need?
Hemisteptia lyrata grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Hemisteptia lyrata hardy in the UK?
Hemisteptia lyrata 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 Hemisteptia lyrata?
Seed, division.