Overview
Taraxacum rubrifolium is a tufted herbaceous perennial in the genus Taraxacum, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Taraxacum rubrifolium grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include wildlife gardens.
About
Taraxacum rubrifolium is a tufted herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Taraxacum genus, known for its evergreen foliage. Like other members of this genus, it thrives in temperate regions and prefers fertile, well-drained soil that can be chalk, clay, or loam with a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. This cultivar is hardy to UK zone H7 and grows well in full sun or partial shade, facing any aspect. It is suitable for wildlife gardens and is best propagated by seed, with interest in its foliage and flowers during spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Taraxacum
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Taraxacum rubrifolium size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Tufted
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Taraxacum rubrifolium
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed. Seeds freely
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Taraxacum rubrifolium?
Taraxacum rubrifolium prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Taraxacum rubrifolium need?
Taraxacum rubrifolium is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay and loam. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Taraxacum rubrifolium hardy in the UK?
Taraxacum rubrifolium has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Taraxacum rubrifolium?
Propagate by seed. Seeds freely.
More in the Taraxacum genus
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- Taraxacum kok-saghyz
- Taraxacum gymnanthum
- Taraxacum laevigatum DC.
- Taraxacum officinale agg. variegated (v)
- Taraxacum pamiricum