Overview
Trollius x cultorum 'Orange Globe' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Trollius, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Trollius x cultorum 'Orange Globe' 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 'Orange Globe' is a clump-forming perennial cultivar within the Trollius genus, known for its palmately lobed foliage and upright stems. This deciduous plant produces distinctive orange flowers in spring and summer, adding vibrant colour to cottage gardens, wildflower meadows, and flower borders. It thrives in full sun or partial shade on fertile, moist but well-drained soils, including clay and loam, and tolerates a range of soil pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H7, it can be propagated by division in spring and suits both exposed and sheltered aspects facing south, west, or east.
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 'Orange Globe' 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 'Orange Globe'
- 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 'Orange Globe'?
Trollius x cultorum 'Orange Globe' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Trollius x cultorum 'Orange Globe' need?
Trollius x cultorum 'Orange Globe' 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 'Orange Globe' hardy in the UK?
Trollius x cultorum 'Orange Globe' 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 'Orange Globe'?
Division in spring.
More in the Trollius genus
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- Trollius x cultorum 'Byrne's Giant'
- Trollius x cultorum 'Earliest of All'
- Trollius x cultorum 'Helios'
- Trollius x cultorum 'Prichard's Giant'
- Trollius 'Orange Triumph'
- Trollius 'Super Bowl'
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