About

A compact, mat-forming, evergreen wallflower from the Canary Islands with small, narrow, grey-green leaves and erect stems bearing clusters of small, bicoloured, pale yellow and violet-purple, fragrant flowers in spring. A charming Macaronesian endemic for a cool, well-drained, sheltered rock garden or glasshouse.

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.