Overview
Teucrium scorodonia 'Binsted Gold' is a clump forming, bushy shrubs in the genus Teucrium, part of the Lamiaceae family, with semi evergreen or evergreen foliage. Teucrium scorodonia 'Binsted Gold' 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 scorodonia, common name the woodland germander or wood sage, is a species of flowering plant in the genus Teucrium of the family Lamiaceae. It is native to Western Europe and Tunisia, but cultivated in many places as an ornamental plant in gardens, and naturalized in several regions.
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 scorodonia 'Binsted Gold' 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 scorodonia 'Binsted Gold'
- 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 scorodonia 'Binsted Gold'?
Teucrium scorodonia 'Binsted Gold' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Teucrium scorodonia 'Binsted Gold' need?
Teucrium scorodonia 'Binsted Gold' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Teucrium scorodonia 'Binsted Gold' hardy in the UK?
Teucrium scorodonia 'Binsted Gold' 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 scorodonia 'Binsted Gold'?
Seed, softwood or semi-ripe cuttings.
More in the Teucrium genus
- Teucriumgermander
- Teucrium aroanium
- Teucrium betonicumMadeira germander
- Teucrium bicolor
- Teucrium botryscut-leaved germander
- Teucrium brevifolium
- Teucrium canadenseAmerican germander
- Teucrium capitatum
