Overview
Thevetia thevetioides is a plant with a bushy habit in the genus Thevetia, part of the Apocynaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Thevetia thevetioides grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include patio and container plants and low maintenance.
About
Thevetia thevetioides is a bushy evergreen cultivar of the genus Thevetia, belonging to the Apocynaceae family. It thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. This cultivar is suitable for patio and container planting, offering low maintenance throughout spring and summer. It is hardy to UK zone H1a and can be propagated from softwood cuttings taken from stem tips in spring or summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Thevetia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Thevetia thevetioides size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants, Low Maintenance
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Thevetia thevetioides
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings using stem tips in spring or summer
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to red spider mite, mealybugs, aphids, vine weevil and thrips
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Thevetia thevetioides?
Thevetia thevetioides prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Thevetia thevetioides need?
Thevetia thevetioides grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Thevetia thevetioides hardy in the UK?
Thevetia thevetioides has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Thevetia thevetioides?
Softwood cuttings using stem tips in spring or summer.
