Overview

Pilosella cymosa subsp. sabina is a matforming herbaceous perennial in the genus Pilosella, part of the Asteraceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Pilosella cymosa subsp. sabina grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include wildflower meadow and wildlife gardens.

About

Pilosella cymosa subsp. sabina is a matforming cultivar of the Pilosella genus, which comprises herbaceous perennials with hairy leaves arranged in basal rosettes. This semi-evergreen plant thrives in full sun on south-facing, sheltered sites with well-drained, neutral loam soil. It flowers in spring, producing dandelion-like blooms typical of the genus. Suitable for wildflower meadows and wildlife gardens, it is hardy to UK zone H5 and can be propagated by seed or division.

About the genus

Pilosella is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae. It includes approximately 250 species native to temperate Eurasia and northwestern Africa. Some sources include it within the genus Hieracium.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Pilosella

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H5

Plant details

Pilosella cymosa subsp. sabina size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Herbaceous Perennial

Habit

Matforming

Foliage

Semi evergreen

Suggested uses

Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Pilosella cymosa subsp. sabina

Propagation

Seed, Division

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions