Overview
Phoebe pallida is a tree trees in the genus Phoebe, part of the Lauraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Phoebe pallida grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include specimen plant, evergreen hedge and woodland edge.
About
Phoebe pallida is an evergreen tree belonging to the genus Phoebe, which includes 75 species of trees and shrubs with elongated, oval leaves that are dark green with prominent veins and a bronze tint. This tree produces small, aromatic greenish-yellow flowers in spring and summer. It thrives best in fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH, in full sun or part shade, ideally in a sheltered, south-facing position. Suitable for use as a specimen plant, evergreen hedge, or at the woodland edge, it is hardy to UK zone H4 and can be propagated by seed or semi-ripe cuttings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Phoebe
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Phoebe pallida size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Tree
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Specimen plant, evergreen hedge, woodland edge
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Phoebe pallida
- Propagation
- Seed, semi-ripe cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-resistant
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Phoebe pallida?
Phoebe pallida prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Phoebe pallida need?
Phoebe pallida grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Phoebe pallida hardy in the UK?
Phoebe pallida 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 Phoebe pallida?
Seed, semi-ripe cuttings.