Overview
Lyonia ovalifolia is a plant with a bushy, upright, spreading habit in the genus Lyonia, part of the Ericaceae family, with evergreen, leathery, glossy foliage. Lyonia ovalifolia grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include shrub borders, woodland gardens and moist areas.
About
Lyonia ovalifolia is a species of plant in the family Ericaceae. This plant is Native to Himalaya, Nepal, China, Japan, Cambodia, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam and Malaysia. It is known as Anyaar in India and Angeri in Nepal. In the garden it prefers full sun and partial shade and loam and sand soil. In UK gardens it is hardy through an average UK winter (RHS H4). Suggested uses include shrub borders, woodland gardens and moist areas. It tolerates acid and neutral soils, damp, moist conditions and south-facing, east-facing and west-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lyonia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Damp, Moist
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Lyonia ovalifolia size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Bushy, Upright, Spreading
- Foliage
- Evergreen, Leathery, Glossy
- Suggested uses
- Shrub borders, Woodland gardens, Moist areas
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lyonia ovalifolia
- Propagation
- Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-resistant
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lyonia ovalifolia?
Lyonia ovalifolia prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lyonia ovalifolia need?
Lyonia ovalifolia grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays damp to moist.
Is Lyonia ovalifolia hardy in the UK?
Lyonia ovalifolia 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 Lyonia ovalifolia?
Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings.
