Overview
Trachymene coerulea mixed coloured flowers is a bushy annual biennial in the genus Trachymene, part of the Apiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Trachymene coerulea mixed coloured flowers grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, wildlife gardens, cut flowers and flower borders and beds.
About
Trachymene coerulea mixed coloured flowers is a bushy annual or biennial cultivar of the Trachymene genus, which includes plants with terminal clusters of tiny, star-like flowers in shades of white, pink, or blue. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun on well-drained, neutral loam soil and prefers a sheltered south- or west-facing aspect. Suitable for city and courtyard gardens, patios, containers, and wildlife-friendly borders, it flowers in summer and autumn. Propagation is by slow-germinating seed sown under glass in mid spring or directly in late spring.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Trachymene
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing or West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H2
Plant details
Trachymene coerulea mixed coloured flowers size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Annual Biennial, Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Wildlife gardens, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Trachymene coerulea mixed coloured flowers
- Propagation
- Sow seed under glass in mid spring, or in situ in late spring. Germination is slow
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Trachymene coerulea mixed coloured flowers?
Trachymene coerulea mixed coloured flowers prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Trachymene coerulea mixed coloured flowers need?
Trachymene coerulea mixed coloured flowers grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Trachymene coerulea mixed coloured flowers hardy in the UK?
Trachymene coerulea mixed coloured flowers has an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it is tender, tolerating 1–5°C, and needs frost-free protection over winter.
How do I propagate Trachymene coerulea mixed coloured flowers?
Sow seed under glass in mid spring, or in situ in late spring. Germination is slow.