Overview
Hepatica nobilis pale pink-flowered is a clump-forming perennial alpine rockery in the genus Hepatica, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with semi-evergreen foliage. Hepatica nobilis pale pink-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 nobilis pale pink-flowered is a clump-forming perennial cultivar within the Hepatica genus, known for its compact habit and semi-evergreen, 3 to 5-lobed foliage. This cultivar produces pale pink flowers in early spring, resembling anemones, adding delicate colour to woodland gardens or shaded rockeries. It thrives best in partial shade on north-facing, sheltered sites with fertile, moist but well-drained neutral loam soil. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable for underplanting and benefits from propagation 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 nobilis pale pink-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 nobilis pale pink-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 nobilis pale pink-flowered?
Hepatica nobilis pale pink-flowered prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hepatica nobilis pale pink-flowered need?
Hepatica nobilis pale pink-flowered grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hepatica nobilis pale pink-flowered hardy in the UK?
Hepatica nobilis pale pink-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 nobilis pale pink-flowered?
Division, seed.
More in the Hepatica genus
- Hepatica americanaAmerican liverwort
- Hepatica insularis
- Hepatica maximagiant liverleaf
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- Hepatica nobilis 'Landquart Marble'
- Hepatica nobilis 'Lilac Picotee'
- Hepatica nobilis 'Lotus'
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