Overview
Hoheria populnea is a columnar upright, bushy shrubs in the genus Hoheria, part of the Malvaceae family, with evergreen, semi evergreen foliage. Hoheria populnea 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 populnea, known as Otago ribbonwood or lacebark, is a cultivar of the Hoheria genus, which includes evergreen or deciduous shrubs and small trees with simple, serrated leaves and fragrant white flowers. This cultivar has a columnar upright and bushy habit with evergreen to semi-evergreen foliage. It thrives in fertile, well-drained soil under full sun or partial shade and is hardy to UK zone H4. Suitable for coastal areas, flower borders, and wall-side borders, it flowers in spring and summer and prefers sheltered positions with alkaline to neutral soil types.
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 populnea size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs, Trees
- Habit
- Columnar upright, Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen, Semi evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Coastal, Flower borders and beds, Wall side borders
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hoheria populnea
- 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 populnea?
Hoheria populnea prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hoheria populnea need?
Hoheria populnea 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.
Is Hoheria populnea hardy in the UK?
Hoheria populnea 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 populnea?
Semi-ripe cuttings, Seed.