About

A large, sprawling, evergreen shrub from Chile with very small, dark green, opposite leaves on densely branched, spreading stems, and masses of small, white to cream, daisy-like flower heads in summer. A tough and free-flowering shrub for a large, warm, well-drained, sunny border.

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.