About

An ornamental shrub, reaching 100-200cm, with a compact framework. It displays colourful flowers in cream. 'Strawberries and Cream' is valued in garden settings.

About the genus

Hormathophylla can be annuals or evergreen perennials or sub-shrubs, with simple leaves and short racemes of small, 4-petalled yellow or white flowers in early summer

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, mixed plantings

Care notes

CultivationFertile well-drained soil
PruningPrune after flowering
PropagationSemi-ripe cuttings
Pest resistanceTrouble-free
Disease resistanceMildew in dry conditions