Overview
Leontopodium ochroleucum var. campestre is a spreading branched alpine rockery in the genus Leontopodium, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Leontopodium ochroleucum var. campestre grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include rock garden, raised bed and alpine house.
About
Leontopodium ochroleucum var. campestre is a spreading branched cultivar of the Leontopodium genus, which comprises herbaceous perennials with simple leaves and clusters of small, yellowish flower heads surrounded by white-felted bracts. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun and is suitable for all garden aspects, provided it is sheltered. It prefers well-drained chalk, loam, or sand soils with alkaline or neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is ideal for rock gardens, raised beds, or alpine houses, offering interest during spring and summer.
About the genus
Leontopodium is a genus of plants in the family Asteraceae. The genus is native to Europe and Asia. The fuzzy and somewhat stocky "petals" could be thought of as somewhat resembling lions' paws—hence the genus name combining Greek léōn ('lion') and pódion ('foot').
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Leontopodium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, North-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Leontopodium ochroleucum var. campestre size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery, Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Rock garden, Raised bed, Alpine house
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Leontopodium ochroleucum var. campestre
- Propagation
- Seed
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Leontopodium ochroleucum var. campestre?
Leontopodium ochroleucum var. campestre prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Leontopodium ochroleucum var. campestre need?
Leontopodium ochroleucum var. campestre is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Leontopodium ochroleucum var. campestre hardy in the UK?
Leontopodium ochroleucum var. campestre has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Leontopodium ochroleucum var. campestre?
Seed.
More in the Leontopodium genus
- Leontopodium haplophylloideslemon-scented edelweiss
- Leontopodium hayachinense AJS/J 111
- Leontopodium leontopodioides
- Leontopodium palibinianum
