Overview
Stanleya elata is a plant with a clump-forming habit in the genus Stanleya, part of the Brassicaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Stanleya elata grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include border, gravel garden and drought-tolerant planting.
About
Stanleya elata is a clump-forming deciduous plant in the Brassicaceae family. It thrives in full sun, ideally in a south-facing, exposed position with fertile, well-drained loam soil that is neutral in pH and dry. Hardy to UK zone H7, this cultivar is suitable for borders, gravel gardens, and drought-tolerant planting. It is best propagated by seed and provides interest during spring and summer.
About the genus
Stanleya is a genus of flowering plants in the family Brassicaceae known commonly as prince's plumes. It includes seven species native to the western and central United States and northern Mexico. These are herbs or erect shrubs which bear dense, plumelike inflorescences of white to bright yellow flowers with long stamens.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Stanleya
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Stanleya elata size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Border, Gravel garden, Drought-tolerant planting
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Stanleya elata
- Propagation
- Seed
- Pest resistance
- Resistant to pests
- Disease resistance
- Resistant to diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Stanleya elata?
Stanleya elata prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Stanleya elata need?
Stanleya elata grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays dry.
Is Stanleya elata hardy in the UK?
Stanleya elata has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Stanleya elata?
Seed.