Teucrium luteum — Clump forming, Bushy

Overview

Teucrium luteum is a clump forming, bushy shrubs in the genus Teucrium, part of the Lamiaceae family, with semi evergreen or evergreen foliage. Teucrium luteum 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 luteum is a clump-forming, bushy shrub belonging to the genus Teucrium, which includes herbaceous perennials and shrubs with aromatic paired leaves and tubular flowers. This semi-evergreen or evergreen plant thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, 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. Teucrium luteum is notable for its interest during spring and summer, and 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 luteum 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