Overview
Hepatica nobilis white-flowered is a clump forming alpine rockery in the genus Hepatica, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Hepatica nobilis white-flowered 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 white-flowered, known as white-flowered liverleaf, is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial from the Ranunculaceae family. This cultivar features semi-evergreen, 3 to 5-lobed foliage and produces delicate white flowers in early spring, typical of the Hepatica genus. It thrives in partial shade with fertile, moist but well-drained soil, suitable for chalk, clay, loam, or sand with neutral to alkaline pH. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is well suited to rock gardens, cottage gardens, patios, and city courtyards, preferring south, west, or east-facing aspects in both exposed and sheltered locations.
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 white-flowered 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 white-flowered
- 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 white-flowered?
Hepatica nobilis white-flowered prefers partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Hepatica nobilis white-flowered need?
Hepatica nobilis white-flowered 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 white-flowered hardy in the UK?
Hepatica nobilis 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 nobilis white-flowered?
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'