About
A low-growing, tufted perennial from high-altitude, rocky and gravelly habitats in the mountains of Central Asia with finely pinnate, silvery-grey leaves in dense tufts and short, erect stems bearing small, yellow, daisy-like flowerheads in summer. A pretty and unusual mountain chrysanthemum for a very well-drained, cool, sunny alpine house or trough.
About the genus
Heracleum can be biennial or perennial herbs and include species such as giant hogweed, fennel, cow parsley and ground elder.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.