Overview

Plecostachys serpyllifolia is a plant with a clump forming habit in the genus Plecostachys, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Plecostachys serpyllifolia grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1b. Suggested uses include rock garden, low maintenance, flower borders and beds and ground cover.

About

Plecostachys serpyllifolia is a clump-forming evergreen cultivar within the Plecostachys genus, part of the Asteraceae family. It thrives in fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils with a range of pH levels, from acid to alkaline. Suitable for sheltered locations with full sun or partial shade, it is hardy to UK zone H1b. This cultivar is ideal for use in rock gardens, flower borders, beds, or as ground cover, offering interest during spring and summer. Propagation is typically achieved through division.

About the genus

Plecostachys is a genus of South African flowering plants in the family Asteraceae. They are native to the Cape Provinces, KwaZulu-Natal, and Eswatini.SpeciesPlecostachys polifolia (Thunb.) Hilliard & B.L.Burtt Plecostachys serpyllifolia (P.J.Bergius) Hilliard & B.L.Burtt

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Plecostachys

Sunlight

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil type

Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

South-facing, East-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H1b

Plant details

Plecostachys serpyllifolia size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Clump forming

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Rock garden, Low Maintenance, Flower borders and beds, Ground cover

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Plecostachys serpyllifolia

Propagation

Division

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions