About
An attractive shrub, forming a compact mound. The dense habit offers structure.
About the genus
A genus of around 80 perennial scrambling or climbing herbs and subshrubs native to Africa, Europe and Asia with green foliage and small, yellow flowers. The plant roots were originally used for producing red dye known as 'madder'
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, hedging, specimen planting.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in sun or part shade.
PruningPrune after flowering or late winter.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.