Overview
Morina afghanica is a upright herbaceous perennial in the genus Morina, part of the Caprifoliaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Morina afghanica grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include rock gardens, borders and cottage gardens.
About
Morina afghanica is a deciduous cultivar of the Morina genus, known for its upright habit and suitability for rock gardens, borders, and cottage gardens. As an evergreen perennial genus, Morina typically develops rosettes with spiny, aromatic leaves and produces slender, tubular flowers in summer arranged in whorls with spreading lobes forming spikes. This cultivar thrives in full sun on south-facing, sheltered aspects with fertile, well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and is best propagated by seed or division, offering interest in both spring and summer seasons.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Morina
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Morina afghanica size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Rock gardens, borders, cottage gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Morina afghanica
- Propagation
- Seed, division
- Pest resistance
- Resistant
- Disease resistance
- Resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Morina afghanica?
Morina afghanica prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Morina afghanica need?
Morina afghanica grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Morina afghanica hardy in the UK?
Morina afghanica 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 Morina afghanica?
Seed, division.
