Overview
Tamarix 'Aestivalis' is a spreading branched shrubs in the genus Tamarix, part of the Tamaricaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Tamarix 'Aestivalis' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include coastal, cottage and informal garden and low maintenance.
About
Tamarix 'Aestivalis' is a deciduous shrub cultivar within the Tamarix genus, known for its spreading branched habit and fine, feathery foliage. This cultivar thrives in full sun and is suitable for a range of soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, provided the soil is well-drained. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and is well-suited to coastal and informal cottage gardens. Tamarix 'Aestivalis' produces clusters of tiny flowers in spring and summer, adding seasonal interest to the garden.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Tamarix
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Tamarix 'Aestivalis' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Low Maintenance
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Tamarix 'Aestivalis'
- Propagation
- Semi-hardwood cuttings in summer, Hardwood cuttings in winter, Seed sown when ripe in containers in a cold-frame
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely)
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Tamarix 'Aestivalis'?
Tamarix 'Aestivalis' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Tamarix 'Aestivalis' need?
Tamarix 'Aestivalis' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Tamarix 'Aestivalis' hardy in the UK?
Tamarix 'Aestivalis' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Tamarix 'Aestivalis'?
Semi-hardwood cuttings in summer, Hardwood cuttings in winter, Seed sown when ripe in containers in a cold-frame.
More in the Tamarix genus
- Tamarixtamarisk
- Tamarix hampeana
- Tamarix ramosissimatamarisk
- Tamarix ramosissima 'Rosea'
- Tamarix manniferamanna tamarisk