Overview

Leptinella 'Platt's Black' is a perennial in the genus Leptinella, part of the Asteraceae family. Leptinella 'Platt's Black' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include groundcover, rock gardens and container planting.

About

Leptinella 'Platt's Black' is a perennial cultivar of the alpine genus Leptinella, which belongs to the family Asteraceae. This genus includes 33 species native to regions such as New Guinea, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and South America, with many species endemic to New Zealand. 'Platt's Black' thrives in moist, well-drained soil and prefers full sun to partial shade in sheltered locations. It is hardy in the UK (H5) and is suitable for use as groundcover, in rock gardens, or container planting. Regular trimming after flowering helps maintain its shape and promotes fresh growth.

About the genus

Leptinella is a genus of alpine flowering plant in the family Asteraceae, comprising 33 species, distributed in New Guinea, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and South America. Many of the species are endemic to New Zealand.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Leptinella

Sunlight

full sun, partial shade

Soil type

well-drained

Soil moisture

moist

Exposure

sheltered

UK hardiness

H5

Plant details

Leptinella 'Platt's Black' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

perennial

Suggested uses

groundcover, rock gardens, container planting

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Leptinella 'Platt's Black'

Cultivation

Prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade; avoid waterlogging.

Pruning

Trim back after flowering to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth.

Propagation

division, cuttings

Frequently asked questions