Overview
Hoheria glabrata is a columnar upright, bushy shrubs in the genus Hoheria, part of the Malvaceae family, with evergreen, semi evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 10 metres tall. Hoheria glabrata grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include coastal, flower borders and beds and wall side borders.
About
Hoheria glabrata, the mountain lacebark or ribbonwood, is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae, endemic to the South Island of New Zealand. It is one of the few deciduous trees to be found in New Zealand growing to 10 m (33 ft) tall with green leaves that turn yellow in autumn, and white flowers that appear around January. Mainly found in the wetter parts of the mountainous regions of the South Island. Leaves are toothed around the margins, also look for the distinctive heart shape of the leaf which differentiates it from the very similar Hoheria lyallii. In the garden it prefers full sun and partial shade and most soil types. In UK gardens it is hardy through an average UK winter (RHS H4). Suggested uses include coastal, flower borders and beds and wall side borders. It tolerates alkaline and neutral soils, well-drained conditions and north-facing, east-facing, south-facing and west-facing aspects.
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About the genus
Hoheria is a genus of six species of flowering plants in the family Malvaceae. All are endemic to New Zealand. The genus name is a Latinization of the Māori language name, houhere.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hoheria
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Hoheria glabrata size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs, Trees
- Habit
- Columnar upright, Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen, Semi evergreen
- Height
- 10 metres
- Suggested uses
- Coastal, Flower borders and beds, Wall side borders
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hoheria glabrata
- Propagation
- Semi-ripe cuttings, Seed
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to coral spot, Susceptible to honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hoheria glabrata?
Hoheria glabrata prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hoheria glabrata need?
Hoheria glabrata is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
How big does Hoheria glabrata grow?
Hoheria glabrata reaches a height of 10 metres.
Is Hoheria glabrata hardy in the UK?
Hoheria glabrata 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 Hoheria glabrata?
Semi-ripe cuttings, Seed.