Overview
Thryptomene saxicola 'F.C. Payne' is a plant with a compact, bushy habit in the genus Thryptomene, part of the Myrtaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Thryptomene saxicola 'F.C. Payne' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include ground cover, border edging and container planting.
About
Thryptomene saxicola 'F.C. Payne' is a compact, bushy cultivar of the evergreen genus Thryptomene, which belongs to the Myrtaceae family. It thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect and prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, this cultivar is suitable for ground cover, border edging, and container planting. It is best propagated by semi-ripe cuttings or seed and offers interest during the spring and summer seasons.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Thryptomene
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Thryptomene saxicola 'F.C. Payne' size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Compact, bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Ground cover, border edging, container planting
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Thryptomene saxicola 'F.C. Payne'
- Propagation
- Semi-ripe cuttings, seed
- Pest resistance
- Resistant to most pests
- Disease resistance
- Resistant to most diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Thryptomene saxicola 'F.C. Payne'?
Thryptomene saxicola 'F.C. Payne' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Thryptomene saxicola 'F.C. Payne' need?
Thryptomene saxicola 'F.C. Payne' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Thryptomene saxicola 'F.C. Payne' hardy in the UK?
Thryptomene saxicola 'F.C. Payne' has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Thryptomene saxicola 'F.C. Payne'?
Semi-ripe cuttings, seed.
