Overview
Trollius europaeus is a bushy bogs in the genus Trollius, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Trollius europaeus grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates clay and loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wildflower meadow, wildlife gardens and flower borders and beds.
About
Trollius europaeus, commonly known as globeflower, is a bushy herbaceous perennial belonging to the Ranunculaceae family. It typically grows to a height of 0.5 to 1 metre with a spread of 0.1 to 0.5 metres, reaching full height within 2 to 5 years. This deciduous plant thrives in moist but well-drained or poorly-drained soils, including clay and loam, across a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. It prefers full sun to partial shade and can be grown in exposed or sheltered positions, making it suitable for south-, west-, or east-facing aspects. Its season of interest spans spring and 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
- Clay, Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Poorly-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Trollius europaeus size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bogs, Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Trollius europaeus
- Propagation
- Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Trollius europaeus?
Trollius europaeus prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Trollius europaeus need?
Trollius europaeus grows best in clay and loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to poorly-drained.
How big does Trollius europaeus grow?
Trollius europaeus reaches a height of 0.5-1 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Trollius europaeus hardy in the UK?
Trollius europaeus has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Trollius europaeus?
Division in spring.
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'
