Overview
Hepatica nobilis 'Polens Weisse' is a clump forming alpine rockery in the genus Hepatica, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Hepatica nobilis 'Polens Weisse' grows best in partial shade, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants and rock garden.
About
Hepatica nobilis 'Polens Weisse' (liverleaf) is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Hepatica, known for its compact growth and semi-evergreen, lobed foliage. This cultivar produces delicate white flowers in early spring, typical of the genus's anemone-like blooms. It thrives in partial shade and prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soil with an alkaline to neutral pH. Suitable for rockeries, cottage gardens, and containers, it is hardy in the UK (H6) and benefits from propagation by seed or division, though these methods establish slowly.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hepatica
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Hepatica nobilis 'Polens Weisse' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery, Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hepatica nobilis 'Polens Weisse'
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed sown in an open frame, as soon as ripe, or by division in spring. Transplants and divisions are slow to establish
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to slugs and snails
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hepatica nobilis 'Polens Weisse'?
Hepatica nobilis 'Polens Weisse' prefers partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Hepatica nobilis 'Polens Weisse' need?
Hepatica nobilis 'Polens Weisse' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hepatica nobilis 'Polens Weisse' hardy in the UK?
Hepatica nobilis 'Polens Weisse' 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 'Polens Weisse'?
Propagate by seed sown in an open frame, as soon as ripe, or by division in spring. Transplants and divisions are slow to establish.
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'
- Hepatica nobilis 'Picos Purple'liverleaf 'Picos Purple'