About
A semi-evergreen sub-shrub to around 40cm high, with a bushy, spreading habit, and small, softly hairy grey-green leaves all around the stems. Clusters of small white flowers tinted with pink are produced at the tips of the stems in summer, followed by glossy red-brown seeds.
About the genus
Lotus can be annuals, perennials, deciduous or evergreen shrubs, with simple or compound leaves and pea-like flowers that may be solitary or clustered
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAlkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitBushy, Spreading branched
FoliageSemi evergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCoastal, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Mediterranean climate plants, Patio and container plants, Rock garden
Care notes
CultivationGrow in well-drained soil in full sun. Thrives in poor conditions, and may be shortlived in rich soils
PruningMinimal pruning required, see pruning group 9 if necessary
PropagationPropagate by semi-ripe cuttings in summer
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free