About
Lotus jacobaeus, St James's flower, is a shrubby perennial from Cape Verde with pinnate, silver-grey leaves and clusters of dark-brown and yellow, pea-like flowers in spring and summer. A rewarding and distinctive plant for a sunny, frost-free border or container.
About the genus
Lotus are annuals, perennials and deciduous or evergreen shrubs with simple or compound leaves and pea-like flowers that may be solitary or in clusters. Grown in sunny borders, rock gardens and containers.
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant out after last frost in fertile, well-drained soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly to prolong flowering.
PropagationGrow from seed sown in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.