Overview
Hyoscyamus pusillus is a plant with a herbaceous perennial habit in the genus Hyoscyamus, part of the Solanaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hyoscyamus pusillus grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include border, cottage garden and herbaceous border.
About
Hyoscyamus pusillus is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Solanaceae family. It features deciduous foliage and thrives best in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect. This cultivar prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for borders, cottage gardens, and herbaceous borders. Its season of interest spans spring and summer, and it can be propagated by seed or division.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hyoscyamus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Hyoscyamus pusillus size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Herbaceous perennial
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Border, Cottage garden, Herbaceous border
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hyoscyamus pusillus
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to aphids
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to powdery mildew
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hyoscyamus pusillus?
Hyoscyamus pusillus prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hyoscyamus pusillus need?
Hyoscyamus pusillus grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Hyoscyamus pusillus hardy in the UK?
Hyoscyamus pusillus has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Hyoscyamus pusillus?
Seed, Division.
