Overview

Phaedranthus buccinatorius is a plant with a tufted habit in the genus Phaedranthus, part of the Bignoniaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Phaedranthus buccinatorius grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include architectural, patio and container plants and flower borders and beds.

About

Phaedranthus buccinatorius is a tufted evergreen cultivar within the genus Phaedranthus, part of the Bignoniaceae family. It thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, this plant is suitable for architectural features, patio and container planting, as well as flower borders and beds. It is best planted in well-drained soil with watering during establishment and can be propagated by sowing spores as soon as they are ripe. Its main seasons of interest are spring and summer.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Phaedranthus

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H4

Plant details

Phaedranthus buccinatorius size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Tufted

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Architectural, Patio and container plants, Flower borders and beds

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Phaedranthus buccinatorius

Propagation

Sowing spores as soon as ripe

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free outdoors

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free outdoors

Frequently asked questions