Overview
Scopolia carniolica var. hladnikiana is a perennial herb in the genus Scopolia, part of the Q134172 family. It typically grows around 0.6 m tall. Scopolia carniolica var. hladnikiana grows best in full shade, and tolerates sandy and loamy soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. It is native to Slovenia.
About
A perennial herb in the nightshade family that bears greenish-yellow, nodding bell flowers, Scopolia carniolica var. hladnikiana reaches about 0.6 m. It is native to Slovenia and is poisonous, so avoid ingestion and wear gloves when handling. Flowering in the UK runs from June to August, offering late-spring to midsummer colour in deep shade.
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About the genus
Scopolia is a genus of four species of flowering plants in the family Solanaceae, native to Europe and Asia. The genus is named after Giovanni Scopoli (1723–88), a Tyrolean naturalist.
In the garden
Scopolia carniolica var. hladnikiana is a shade-adapted perennial herb in the nightshade family, native to Slovenia. The variety is notable for its greenish-yellow corolla and nodding bell-shaped flowers that appear from June to August. At roughly 0.6 m tall it sits below canopy trees or among taller perennials. Place the plant in full shade or a deeply sheltered shady aspect in soil that is sandy or loamy and retains moisture without waterlogging; descriptions allow for both well-drained and moist but well-drained conditions. It is rated H7 for the UK, meaning it is fully hardy through typical British winters; the USDA zone range 4–8 gives an idea of its wider climatic tolerance. Keep soil reliably cool and avoid prolonged drought to maintain leaf vigour. Because the species contains toxic compounds and belongs to the Hyoscyameae tribe of Solanaceae, handle roots and foliage with care and keep it away from children and pets. In the garden, use it in a woodland border, shaded gravel garden, or beneath deciduous trees where its nodding flowers show beneath taller neighbours; allow a little space for its 0.6 m height so the bells are visible rather than hidden at ground level.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Scopolia
- Sunlight
- Full shade
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
- Exposure
- Shade
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Scopolia carniolica var. hladnikiana size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Perennial herb
- Height
- 0.6 m
- Native to
- Slovenia
- Toxicity
- Scopolia carniolica, the European scopolia or henbane bell, is a poisonous plant belonging to tribe Hyoscyameae of the nightshade family Solanaceae.
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Scopolia carniolica var. hladnikiana
- Propagation
- Seed, division
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Scopolia carniolica var. hladnikiana?
Scopolia carniolica var. hladnikiana prefers full shade. It suits shade positions.
What soil does Scopolia carniolica var. hladnikiana need?
Scopolia carniolica var. hladnikiana grows best in sandy and loamy soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained to moist but well-drained.
How big does Scopolia carniolica var. hladnikiana grow?
Scopolia carniolica var. hladnikiana reaches a height of 0.6 m.
Is Scopolia carniolica var. hladnikiana hardy in the UK?
Scopolia carniolica var. hladnikiana has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Scopolia carniolica var. hladnikiana?
Seed, division.
Is Scopolia carniolica var. hladnikiana toxic?
Scopolia carniolica, the European scopolia or henbane bell, is a poisonous plant belonging to tribe Hyoscyameae of the nightshade family Solanaceae.
