Overview
Orlaya grandiflora is a bushy annual biennial in the genus Orlaya, part of the Apiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 1-2 years. Orlaya grandiflora grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. It is a holder of the RHS Award of Garden Merit and drought resistant. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, wildlife gardens, wildflower meadow and prairie planting. It is native to Europe to Turkey.
About
Orlaya grandiflora is an annual plant that grows between 45 and 75 cm in height. It features deeply lobed foliage and produces white flowers arranged in broad umbels. The central flowers are smaller, while the outer flowers have elongated rays, creating a lacy appearance. This species is known for its prolific blooming and is particularly appealing to pollinators.
About the genus
Orlaya consists of annual plants belonging to the Apiaceae family, characterized by their delicately divided foliage and flowers that are typically pink or white.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Orlaya
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Orlaya grandiflora size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Annual Biennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 1-2 years
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Wildlife gardens, Wildflower meadow, Prairie planting
- Native to
- Europe to Turkey
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Orlaya grandiflora
- Cultivation
- Grow in a sunny open position in well-drained or poor soil
- Pruning
- No pruning required but deadhead or cut down flowers when finished
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed in spring for summer and autumn flowering or sow seed in autumn for early-flowering large plants
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Orlaya grandiflora?
Grow in a sunny open position in well-drained or poor soil.
Where is the best place to plant Orlaya grandiflora?
Orlaya grandiflora prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Orlaya grandiflora need?
Orlaya grandiflora is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
How do I prune Orlaya grandiflora?
No pruning required but deadhead or cut down flowers when finished.
How big does Orlaya grandiflora grow?
Orlaya grandiflora reaches a height of 0.5-1 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 1-2 years to reach full size.
Is Orlaya grandiflora hardy in the UK?
Orlaya grandiflora has a UK hardiness rating of H7.
How do I propagate Orlaya grandiflora?
Propagate by seed in spring for summer and autumn flowering or sow seed in autumn for early-flowering large plants.