Overview
Trollius x cultorum 'Earliest of All' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Trollius, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Trollius x cultorum 'Earliest of All' 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 and flower borders and beds.
About
Trollius x cultorum 'Earliest of All' is a clump-forming perennial cultivar within the Trollius genus, known for its palmately lobed foliage and upright stems bearing yellow, rounded or bowl-shaped flowers. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun or partial shade and is suitable for south, west, or east-facing aspects, tolerating both exposed and sheltered conditions. It grows well in a range of soils including clay and loam, with acid, alkaline, or neutral pH, and prefers moist but well-drained to poorly-drained soils. Hardy to UK zone H7, it is ideal for cottage gardens, wildflower meadows, and flower borders, offering interest in spring and summer.
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 x cultorum 'Earliest of All' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial, Bogs
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildflower meadow, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Trollius x cultorum 'Earliest of All'
- Propagation
- Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Trollius x cultorum 'Earliest of All'?
Trollius x cultorum 'Earliest of All' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Trollius x cultorum 'Earliest of All' need?
Trollius x cultorum 'Earliest of All' 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.
Is Trollius x cultorum 'Earliest of All' hardy in the UK?
Trollius x cultorum 'Earliest of All' 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 x cultorum 'Earliest of All'?
Division in spring.
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- Trollius 'Super Bowl'
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