Overview
Incarvillea himalayensis 'Nyoto Sama' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Incarvillea, part of the Bignoniaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Incarvillea himalayensis 'Nyoto Sama' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include rock gardens and herbaceous borders.
About
Incarvillea himalayensis 'Nyoto Sama' is a clump-forming deciduous cultivar within the Incarvillea genus, known for its tubular, trumpet-like flowers. Suited to full sun and a sheltered, south-facing aspect, it thrives in well-drained, neutral loam soil. Hardy to UK zone H5, this cultivar is ideal for rock gardens and mixed herbaceous borders, offering seasonal interest through summer and autumn. It prefers fertile, moist soil and can be propagated by seed or division.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Incarvillea
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Incarvillea himalayensis 'Nyoto Sama' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Rock gardens, herbaceous borders
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Incarvillea himalayensis 'Nyoto Sama'
- Propagation
- Seed, division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-resistant
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Incarvillea himalayensis 'Nyoto Sama'?
Incarvillea himalayensis 'Nyoto Sama' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Incarvillea himalayensis 'Nyoto Sama' need?
Incarvillea himalayensis 'Nyoto Sama' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Incarvillea himalayensis 'Nyoto Sama' hardy in the UK?
Incarvillea himalayensis 'Nyoto Sama' 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 Incarvillea himalayensis 'Nyoto Sama'?
Seed, division.
More in the Incarvillea genus
- Incarvilleahardy gloxinia
- Incarvillea sinensis
- Incarvillea altissima
- Incarvillea beresowskii
- Incarvillea grandiflora