Overview
Hermannia grossularifolia is a plant with a perennial herb, subshrub, shrub habit in the genus Hermannia, part of the Malvaceae family, with green foliage. Hermannia grossularifolia 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 grossularifolia is a perennial herb, subshrub, or shrub in the Malvaceae family, featuring 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 that can be acid, alkaline, or neutral. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for use in borders, containers, or as ground cover. Interest in the plant is mainly during spring and summer, and it can be propagated 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 grossularifolia size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Perennial herb, Subshrub, Shrub
- Foliage
- Green
- Suggested uses
- Border, Container, Ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hermannia grossularifolia
- Propagation
- Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Not specified
- Disease resistance
- Not specified
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hermannia grossularifolia?
Hermannia grossularifolia prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hermannia grossularifolia need?
Hermannia grossularifolia grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Hermannia grossularifolia hardy in the UK?
Hermannia grossularifolia 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 grossularifolia?
Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings.
