Overview
Teucrium micropodioides is a clump forming, bushy shrubs in the genus Teucrium, part of the Lamiaceae family, with semi evergreen or evergreen foliage. Teucrium micropodioides 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 micropodioides is a clump-forming, bushy shrub cultivar within the Teucrium genus, known for its aromatic leaves and tubular flowers. It is semi-evergreen or evergreen, thriving best in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect with well-drained, neutral loam soil. Hardy to UK zone H6, this plant suits cottage and informal gardens, wildflower meadows, and wildlife gardens. It is best cultivated in well-drained soil in sun or part shade and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It provides winter interest in the garden.
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 micropodioides 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 micropodioides
- 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 micropodioides?
Teucrium micropodioides prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Teucrium micropodioides need?
Teucrium micropodioides grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Teucrium micropodioides hardy in the UK?
Teucrium micropodioides 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 micropodioides?
Seed, softwood or semi-ripe cuttings.
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- Teucrium brevifolium
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