Overview
Trachymene coerulea white-flowered is a bushy annual biennial in the genus Trachymene, part of the Apiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Trachymene coerulea white-flowered 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 white-flowered is a bushy, deciduous cultivar of the Trachymene genus, known for its terminal clusters of tiny, star-like flowers. This cultivar features white flowers and thrives in full sun, ideally in a south- or west-facing, sheltered position with well-drained, neutral loam soil. It is hardy to UK zone H2 and is suitable for a variety of garden settings including city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal gardens, patios, containers, wildlife gardens, and flower borders. It flowers in summer and autumn and prefers fertile, moist soil for cultivation.
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 white-flowered 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 white-flowered
- 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 white-flowered?
Trachymene coerulea white-flowered prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Trachymene coerulea white-flowered need?
Trachymene coerulea white-flowered grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Trachymene coerulea white-flowered hardy in the UK?
Trachymene coerulea white-flowered 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 white-flowered?
Sow seed under glass in mid spring, or in situ in late spring. Germination is slow.