Overview
Henckelia speciosa 'Crûg Cornetto' is a plant with a herbaceous habit in the genus Henckelia, part of the Gesneriaceae family, with green foliage. Henckelia speciosa 'Crûg Cornetto' grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include indoor pot plant.
About
Henckelia speciosa 'Crûg Cornetto' is a herbaceous cultivar within the Henckelia genus, part of the Gesneriaceae family. It features green foliage and thrives best in partial shade, ideally in a north-facing, sheltered position. This plant prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil that is neutral in pH and kept moist. Suitable as an indoor pot plant, it is hardy to UK hardiness zone H4 and is of interest during spring and summer. Propagation can be achieved through seed or division.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Henckelia
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist
- Aspect
- North-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Henckelia speciosa 'Crûg Cornetto' size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Herbaceous
- Foliage
- Green
- Suggested uses
- Indoor pot plant
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Henckelia speciosa 'Crûg Cornetto'
- Propagation
- Seed, division
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to aphids
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to powdery mildew
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Henckelia speciosa 'Crûg Cornetto'?
Henckelia speciosa 'Crûg Cornetto' prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Henckelia speciosa 'Crûg Cornetto' need?
Henckelia speciosa 'Crûg Cornetto' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
Is Henckelia speciosa 'Crûg Cornetto' hardy in the UK?
Henckelia speciosa 'Crûg Cornetto' 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 Henckelia speciosa 'Crûg Cornetto'?
Seed, division.