Overview
Meconopsis x complexa is a short-lived perennials, often monocarpic herbaceous perennial in the genus Meconopsis, part of the Papaveraceae family, with attractive leaf rosettes foliage. Meconopsis x complexa grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include woodland gardens and moist shaded beds.
About
Meconopsis x complexa is a herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Meconopsis genus, known for its short-lived, often monocarpic growth habit. It forms attractive rosettes of hairy foliage and produces bowl-shaped flowers during summer and autumn. This cultivar thrives in partial shade, ideally in a north-facing, sheltered position with fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Suitable for woodland gardens and moist shaded beds, Meconopsis x complexa is hardy in the UK to H5 and can be propagated by division or seed.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Meconopsis
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Meconopsis x complexa size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Short-lived perennials, often monocarpic
- Foliage
- Attractive leaf rosettes
- Suggested uses
- Woodland gardens, moist shaded beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Meconopsis x complexa
- Propagation
- Division, seed
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to slugs, snails, aphids
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to downy mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Meconopsis x complexa?
Meconopsis x complexa prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Meconopsis x complexa need?
Meconopsis x complexa grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Meconopsis x complexa hardy in the UK?
Meconopsis x complexa has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Meconopsis x complexa?
Division, seed.
More in the Meconopsis genus
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- Meconopsis (George Sherriff Group) 'Spring Hill'
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- Meconopsis grandis 'Alba'
- Meconopsis paniculatagolden Himalayan poppy
- Meconopsis 'Ascreavie White'
- Meconopsis 'James Aitken'
- Meconopsis (Infertile Blue Group) 'Maggie Sharp'