Overview

Klasea coronata is a erect, robust stems herbaceous perennial in the genus Klasea, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Klasea coronata grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include meadow plantings.

About

Klasea coronata is a deciduous cultivar within the Klasea genus, known for its erect, robust stems. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers a sheltered aspect facing south, east, or west. This plant grows best in fertile, well-drained soils such as loam or sand, accommodating a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. Hardy to UK zone H3, it is suitable for meadow plantings and is of interest during spring and summer. Propagation can be achieved through seed or division.

About the genus

Klasea is a genus of Eurasian and North African flowering plants in the tribe Cardueae within the family Asteraceae.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Klasea

Sunlight

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil type

Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing, East-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H3

Plant details

Klasea coronata size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Herbaceous Perennial

Habit

Erect, Robust stems

Foliage

Deciduous

Suggested uses

Meadow plantings

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Klasea coronata

Propagation

Seed, Division

Frequently asked questions