About

A clump-forming perennial to about 80cm tall from mountain meadows and stream margins in Europe with large, deeply divided, three-pinnate, mid-green, apple-scented leaves and upright stems bearing rounded umbels of small, white or pale pink flowers in early summer. A graceful and ornamental perennial for a cool, moist, partly shaded border.

About the genus

Pituranthos is a genus of plants encompassing species that may be herbaceous, shrubby, or woody. They are grown for their ornamental flowers, foliage, or fruit, and vary in hardiness and cultural requirements

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.