Overview
Hepatica acutiloba white-flowered is a clump-forming perennial alpine rockery in the genus Hepatica, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with semi-evergreen foliage. Hepatica acutiloba white-flowered grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include woodland gardens and underplanting.
About
Hepatica acutiloba white-flowered is a clump-forming perennial from the genus Hepatica, known for its compact growth and semi-evergreen, 3 to 5-lobed foliage. This cultivar produces white flowers in early spring that resemble anemones. It thrives in partial shade, particularly in north-facing, sheltered spots with moist but well-drained neutral loam soil. Suitable for woodland gardens and underplanting, it is hardy in the UK (H6) and benefits from watering during establishment. Propagation can be done by division or seed.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hepatica
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Hepatica acutiloba white-flowered size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery, Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump-forming perennial
- Foliage
- Semi-evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Woodland gardens, underplanting
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hepatica acutiloba white-flowered
- Propagation
- Division, seed
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-resistant
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hepatica acutiloba white-flowered?
Hepatica acutiloba white-flowered prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hepatica acutiloba white-flowered need?
Hepatica acutiloba white-flowered grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hepatica acutiloba white-flowered hardy in the UK?
Hepatica acutiloba white-flowered has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Hepatica acutiloba white-flowered?
Division, seed.
More in the Hepatica genus
- Hepatica americanaAmerican liverwort
- Hepatica insularis
- Hepatica maximagiant liverleaf
- Hepatica nobilis 'Arindy'
- Hepatica nobilis 'Landquart Marble'
- Hepatica nobilis 'Lilac Picotee'
- Hepatica nobilis 'Lotus'
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