Overview
Townsendia jonesii var. tumulosa is a bushy alpine rockery in the genus Townsendia, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Townsendia jonesii var. tumulosa grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include rock garden.
About
Townsendia jonesii var. tumulosa is a bushy, evergreen cultivar of the Townsendia genus, which comprises small perennial plants with clusters of slender, linear leaves. This cultivar thrives in full sun on south- or west-facing, sheltered aspects, preferring fertile, moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils with a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. It is hardy in the UK (H6) and is well suited to rock gardens. The plant produces relatively large daisy-like flowers in spring and summer, adding seasonal interest to the garden.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Townsendia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Townsendia jonesii var. tumulosa size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Rock garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Townsendia jonesii var. tumulosa
- Propagation
- Sow seed as soon as ripe in containers in a cold frame
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to glasshouse red spider mite and aphids under glass
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Townsendia jonesii var. tumulosa?
Townsendia jonesii var. tumulosa prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Townsendia jonesii var. tumulosa need?
Townsendia jonesii var. tumulosa grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Townsendia jonesii var. tumulosa hardy in the UK?
Townsendia jonesii var. tumulosa 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 Townsendia jonesii var. tumulosa?
Sow seed as soon as ripe in containers in a cold frame.
More in the Townsendia genus
- Townsendia alpigena
- Townsendia formosasmooth Townsend daisy
- Townsendia incana
- Townsendia mensanatable Townsend daisy
- Townsendia montana var. minima