Overview
Stemodia tomentosa is a plant with a herbaceous perennial habit in the genus Stemodia, part of the Scrophulariaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Stemodia tomentosa grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include border and ground cover.
About
Stemodia tomentosa is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Stemodia in the Scrophulariaceae family. It has deciduous foliage and thrives best in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect. This cultivar prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with neutral pH and consistent moisture. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for use in borders or as ground cover. Interest in this plant is primarily during the spring and summer seasons, and it can be propagated by seed or division.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Stemodia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Stemodia tomentosa size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Herbaceous perennial
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Border, Ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Stemodia tomentosa
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Average
- Disease resistance
- Average
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Stemodia tomentosa?
Stemodia tomentosa prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Stemodia tomentosa need?
Stemodia tomentosa grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
Is Stemodia tomentosa hardy in the UK?
Stemodia tomentosa 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 Stemodia tomentosa?
Seed, Division.