Overview
Trollius x cultorum 'Prichard's Giant' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Trollius, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Trollius x cultorum 'Prichard's Giant' 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 'Prichard's Giant' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Trollius, known for its palmately lobed foliage and upright stems bearing yellow, rounded or bowl-shaped flowers. This deciduous plant thrives in moist but well-drained or poorly-drained soils, including clay and loam, and tolerates a range of soil pH from acid to alkaline. It grows well in full sun or partial shade, with exposure from south, west, or east aspects. Hardy to UK zone H7, it is suited to cottage gardens, wildflower meadows, and flower borders, with 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 'Prichard's Giant' 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 'Prichard's Giant'
- 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 'Prichard's Giant'?
Trollius x cultorum 'Prichard's Giant' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Trollius x cultorum 'Prichard's Giant' need?
Trollius x cultorum 'Prichard's Giant' 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 'Prichard's Giant' hardy in the UK?
Trollius x cultorum 'Prichard's Giant' 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 'Prichard's Giant'?
Division in spring.
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