Overview
Ptilotus exaltatus 'Benjo'PBR is a plant with a herbaceous perennial habit in the genus Ptilotus, part of the Amaranthaceae family, with green, fleshy, elliptic foliage. Ptilotus exaltatus 'Benjo'PBR grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include ornamental.
About
Ptilotus exaltatus 'Benjo' PBR is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Amaranthaceae family. It features green, fleshy, elliptic foliage and thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect. This cultivar prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH and is hardy to UK zone H4. It is valued for ornamental use during spring and summer and can be propagated by seed or cuttings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Ptilotus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Ptilotus exaltatus 'Benjo'PBR size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Herbaceous perennial
- Foliage
- Green, fleshy, elliptic
- Suggested uses
- Ornamental
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Ptilotus exaltatus 'Benjo'PBR
- Propagation
- Seed, cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, nematodes
- Disease resistance
- Root rot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Ptilotus exaltatus 'Benjo'PBR?
Ptilotus exaltatus 'Benjo'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Ptilotus exaltatus 'Benjo'PBR need?
Ptilotus exaltatus 'Benjo'PBR grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Ptilotus exaltatus 'Benjo'PBR hardy in the UK?
Ptilotus exaltatus 'Benjo'PBR 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 Ptilotus exaltatus 'Benjo'PBR?
Seed, cuttings.