Overview
Ourisia coccinea subsp. coccinea is a mat-forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Ourisia, part of the Plantaginaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Ourisia coccinea subsp. coccinea grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, hanging basket, patio and container plants, rock garden, flower borders and beds, garden edging and ground cover.
About
Ourisia coccinea subsp. coccinea is a mat-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the Plantaginaceae family. As a member of the Ourisia genus, it features evergreen, simple leaves primarily arising from the base and produces short tubular flowers with two lips in spring and summer. This cultivar thrives in partial shade with an east or west-facing aspect, preferring moist but well-drained loam soil of any pH. It is hardy to UK zone H4 and suits sheltered locations, making it ideal for a variety of garden settings including rock gardens, borders, and containers.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Ourisia
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Ourisia coccinea subsp. coccinea size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Mat-forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Hanging basket, Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Flower borders and beds, Garden edging, Ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Ourisia coccinea subsp. coccinea
- Propagation
- Seed, Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Slugs and snails
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Ourisia coccinea subsp. coccinea?
Ourisia coccinea subsp. coccinea prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Ourisia coccinea subsp. coccinea need?
Ourisia coccinea subsp. coccinea grows best in loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Ourisia coccinea subsp. coccinea hardy in the UK?
Ourisia coccinea subsp. coccinea 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 Ourisia coccinea subsp. coccinea?
Seed, Division in spring.
