Overview
Townsendia montana var. minima is a bushy alpine rockery in the genus Townsendia, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Townsendia montana var. minima 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 montana var. minima is a bushy, evergreen perennial cultivar within the Townsendia genus, known for its small plants with slender, linear leaves and daisy-like flowers. This variety thrives in full sun on south- or west-facing, sheltered sites, preferring well-drained loam or sandy soils of varying pH. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable for rock gardens and offers seasonal interest in spring and summer. Cultivation involves planting in well-drained soil with watering during establishment, and propagation is best by sowing seed as soon as ripe in containers within a cold frame.
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 montana var. minima size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Rock garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Townsendia montana var. minima
- 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 montana var. minima?
Townsendia montana var. minima prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Townsendia montana var. minima need?
Townsendia montana var. minima grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Townsendia montana var. minima hardy in the UK?
Townsendia montana var. minima 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 montana var. minima?
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 jonesii var. tumulosa
- Townsendia mensanatable Townsend daisy