Overview
Teucrium aroanium is a clump forming, bushy shrubs in the genus Teucrium, part of the Lamiaceae family, with semi evergreen or evergreen foliage. Teucrium aroanium grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wildflower meadow and wildlife gardens.
About
Teucrium aroanium is a clump-forming, bushy shrub cultivar within the genus Teucrium, known for its aromatic leaves arranged in pairs and tubular flowers with a single lip. This semi-evergreen or evergreen plant thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable for cottage and informal gardens, wildflower meadows, and wildlife gardens. It is best planted in well-drained soil in sun or part shade and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Its season of interest includes winter.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Teucrium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Teucrium aroanium size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Clump forming, Bushy
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen or Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Teucrium aroanium
- Propagation
- Seed, softwood or semi-ripe cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Teucrium aroanium?
Teucrium aroanium prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Teucrium aroanium need?
Teucrium aroanium grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Teucrium aroanium hardy in the UK?
Teucrium aroanium has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Teucrium aroanium?
Seed, softwood or semi-ripe cuttings.
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