Overview
Leontopodium palibinianum is a spreading branched alpine rockery in the genus Leontopodium, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Leontopodium palibinianum 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 palibinianum 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 distinctive white-felted bracts. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered position with well-drained chalk, loam, or sand soils that are alkaline or neutral in pH. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable for rock gardens, raised beds, or alpine houses. Interest in this cultivar is primarily during spring and summer, and it is propagated by seed.
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 palibinianum 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 palibinianum
- Propagation
- Seed
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Leontopodium palibinianum?
Leontopodium palibinianum prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Leontopodium palibinianum need?
Leontopodium palibinianum 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 palibinianum hardy in the UK?
Leontopodium palibinianum 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 palibinianum?
Seed.
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