Overview
Hermannia althaeoides is a plant with a perennial herb, subshrub, shrub habit in the genus Hermannia, part of the Malvaceae family, with green foliage. Hermannia althaeoides grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include border, container and ground cover.
About
Hermannia althaeoides is a perennial herb or subshrub in the Malvaceae family, known for its green foliage. It thrives in full sun or partial shade, ideally in a south-facing, sheltered position. This cultivar prefers fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils with a pH ranging from acid to alkaline. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for use in borders, containers, or as ground cover. Interest is mainly in spring and summer, and propagation can be done by seed or semi-ripe cuttings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hermannia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Hermannia althaeoides size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Perennial herb, Subshrub, Shrub
- Foliage
- Green
- Suggested uses
- Border, Container, Ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hermannia althaeoides
- Propagation
- Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Not specified
- Disease resistance
- Not specified
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hermannia althaeoides?
Hermannia althaeoides prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hermannia althaeoides need?
Hermannia althaeoides grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Hermannia althaeoides hardy in the UK?
Hermannia althaeoides has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Hermannia althaeoides?
Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings.
