Overview
Teucrium flavum subsp. grandiflorum is a clump forming, bushy shrubs in the genus Teucrium, part of the Lamiaceae family, with semi evergreen or evergreen foliage. Teucrium flavum subsp. grandiflorum 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 flavum subsp. grandiflorum is a clump-forming, bushy shrub belonging to the genus Teucrium, which includes herbaceous perennials and shrubs with aromatic paired leaves and tubular flowers arranged in whorls. This semi-evergreen or evergreen plant thrives in full sun on south-facing, sheltered sites with fertile, well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is best suited to cottage and informal gardens, wildflower meadows, and wildlife gardens. Its season of interest spans spring and summer, and it can be propagated by seed or cuttings.
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 flavum subsp. grandiflorum 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 flavum subsp. grandiflorum
- 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 flavum subsp. grandiflorum?
Teucrium flavum subsp. grandiflorum prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Teucrium flavum subsp. grandiflorum need?
Teucrium flavum subsp. grandiflorum grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Teucrium flavum subsp. grandiflorum hardy in the UK?
Teucrium flavum subsp. grandiflorum 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 flavum subsp. grandiflorum?
Seed, softwood or semi-ripe cuttings.
More in the Teucrium genus
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- Teucrium bicolor
- Teucrium botryscut-leaved germander
- Teucrium brevifolium
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