Overview
Lignocarpa carnosula is a plant with a low-growing perennial habit in the genus Lignocarpa, part of the Apiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Lignocarpa carnosula grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include rock gardens and alpine beds.
About
Lignocarpa carnosula is a low-growing perennial from the Apiaceae family, noted for its deciduous foliage. It thrives best in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, favouring moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, this cultivar is suitable for rock gardens and alpine beds. It is most attractive during spring and summer and should be planted in well-drained soil with watering during establishment. Propagation can be achieved by seed or division.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lignocarpa
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Lignocarpa carnosula size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Low-growing perennial
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Rock gardens, alpine beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lignocarpa carnosula
- Propagation
- Seed, division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lignocarpa carnosula?
Lignocarpa carnosula prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lignocarpa carnosula need?
Lignocarpa carnosula grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Lignocarpa carnosula hardy in the UK?
Lignocarpa carnosula has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Lignocarpa carnosula?
Seed, division.