Overview
Patrinia gibbosa is a perennial in the genus Patrinia, part of the Caprifoliaceae family. Patrinia gibbosa grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils. It is native to Japan.
About the genus
Patrinia is a genus of herbaceous plants in the honeysuckle family (Caprifoliaceae). It includes 14 species native to grassy mountain habitats from eastern European Russia to China, Siberia, Korea, and Japan.
In the garden
Patrinia gibbosa is a compact, clump-forming perennial in the Caprifoliaceae from Japan and the Kuril region, distinguished by a smaller habit than the better-known Patrinia scabiosifolia. It carries its scented flowers above the foliage in mid to late summer, with a flowering season from July to September. Plant it in a position that receives full sun or partial shade and use a well-drained substrate that remains consistently moist; avoid heavy, waterlogged soils. A free-draining loam with regular moisture suits it well. In the UK give a sunny or lightly shaded aspect where winter wet does not sit around the crown. The compact clump lends itself to the front of a perennial border or to a gravel or rock garden where soil is free-draining yet retains moisture. Use it where late-summer, fragrant flower heads are wanted to extend interest after earlier perennials have finished. The plant's modest scale makes it useful in smaller beds and mixed herbaceous schemes where a neat, scented summer display is required.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Patrinia
- Sunlight
- full sun, partial shade
- Soil type
- well-drained
- Soil moisture
- moist
Plant details
Patrinia gibbosa size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Native to
- Japan
- Fragrance
- Flower
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Patrinia gibbosa?
Patrinia gibbosa prefers full sun and partial shade.
What soil does Patrinia gibbosa need?
Patrinia gibbosa grows best in well-drained soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
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