Overview
Trollius 'Alabaster' is a perennial in the genus Trollius, part of the Ranunculaceae family. Trollius 'Alabaster' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates moist and well-drained soil soils and neutral to slightly acidic pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, water gardens and cottage gardens.
About
A perennial with large, creamy white, globular flowers resembling small globes, blooming in late spring to early summer.
About the genus
Trollius is a genus of about 30 species of flowering plants closely related to Ranunculus, in the family Ranunculaceae. The common name of some species is globeflower or globe flower. The generic name is derived from the Swiss-German word "Trollblume", meaning a rounded flower.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Trollius
- Sunlight
- full sun, partial shade
- Soil type
- moist, well-drained soil
- Soil pH
- neutral to slightly acidic
- Soil moisture
- moist
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Trollius 'Alabaster' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Suggested uses
- borders, water gardens, cottage gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Trollius 'Alabaster'
- Cultivation
- Prefers moist, humus-rich soil; avoid drought conditions; mulch in winter.
- Pruning
- Remove spent flowers to encourage tidy growth.
- Propagation
- division in spring or autumn, seed
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Trollius 'Alabaster'?
Prefers moist, humus-rich soil; avoid drought conditions; mulch in winter.
Where is the best place to plant Trollius 'Alabaster'?
Trollius 'Alabaster' prefers full sun and partial shade.
What soil does Trollius 'Alabaster' need?
Trollius 'Alabaster' grows best in moist and well-drained soil soil. It prefers neutral to slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Trollius 'Alabaster'?
Remove spent flowers to encourage tidy growth.
Is Trollius 'Alabaster' hardy in the UK?
Trollius 'Alabaster' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Trollius 'Alabaster'?
Division in spring or autumn, seed.
More in the Trollius genus
- Trollius ledebourii 'Golden Queen'Globe Flower
- Trollius ledebourii 'Imperial Orange'Globe Flower
- Trollius ledebourii of gardensGlobe Flower
- Trollius pumilusdwarf globeflower
- Trollius ranunculoidesGlobe Flower
- Trollius riederianus
- Trollius stenopetalusNarrow-petaled Globe Flower
- Trollius × cultorum 'Alabaster'globeflower 'Alabaster'
