Overview
Solanum tomentosum is a climbing herbaceous perennial in the genus Solanum, part of the Solanaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Solanum tomentosum grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, low maintenance, wall side borders and flower borders and beds.
About
Solanum tomentosum is a climbing herbaceous perennial within the diverse genus Solanum, which includes various growth forms such as shrubs and climbers. This semi-evergreen plant thrives in full sun on south- or west-facing, sheltered sites with moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. It is hardy to UK zone H4 and is suited to city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal gardens, as well as wall-side borders and flower beds. The plant flowers in summer and benefits from fertile, well-drained soil and frost protection for tender species.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Solanum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing or West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Solanum tomentosum size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Climbing
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Low Maintenance, Wall side borders, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Solanum tomentosum
- Propagation
- Semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, glasshouse red spider mite
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus (rarely), tomato spotted wilt, grey moulds
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Solanum tomentosum?
Solanum tomentosum prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Solanum tomentosum need?
Solanum tomentosum grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Solanum tomentosum hardy in the UK?
Solanum tomentosum 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 Solanum tomentosum?
Semi-hardwood cuttings.
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