Overview

Leucosceptrum stellipilum var. tosaense is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Leucosceptrum, part of the Lamiaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Leucosceptrum stellipilum var. tosaense grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include coastal, cottage and informal garden, mediterranean climate plants and wildlife gardens.

About

Leucosceptrum stellipilum var. tosaense is a bushy, evergreen herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Leucosceptrum, which comprises evergreen shrubs or small trees with serrated green leaves and elongated flower clusters. This cultivar thrives in full sun on south- or west-facing, sheltered sites with fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils of varying pH. It is hardy to UK zone H3 and is suitable for coastal, cottage, Mediterranean, and wildlife gardens. Flowering occurs from spring into summer, adding seasonal interest to the garden.

About the genus

Leucosceptrum is a genus of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae, first described in 1806. It contains only one known species, Leucosceptrum canum, native to south-western China ,the eastern Himalayas, and northern Indochina.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Leucosceptrum

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H3

Plant details

Leucosceptrum stellipilum var. tosaense size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Herbaceous Perennial

Habit

Bushy

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Mediterranean climate plants, Wildlife gardens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Leucosceptrum stellipilum var. tosaense

Propagation

Semi-ripe cuttings in summer

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions