Peltoboykinia watanabei

RHS Plant Profile
Watanabe's peltoboykinia
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Synonyms

Boykinia watanabei

Herbaceous Perennial

A clump-forming perennial to around 50cm high, with deeply lobed, glossy green leaves, held on long stalks attached to the undersides near the centre of the leaf. Leaves are often tinted pink when young. Clusters of small, nodding, pale yellow flowers, with petals fringed at the tips, are held above the foliage in summer

Position

Partial shade

Soil Types

Clay, Loam

Max Height

0.1-0.5 metres

Max Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
2–5 years
Max Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Max Height
0.1-0.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Clay Loam
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H6

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Saxifragaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Clump forming
Genus
Name Status
Correct
Plant Range
Japan (Shikoku, Kyushu)

How to Grow

Cultivation

Thrives in moist, humus-rich soil in partial or dappled shade; will tolerate almost full shade. Good for a shady border or woodland garden

Propagation

Propagate by seed in spring, or by division in autumn or spring

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Low Maintenance
  • Flower borders and beds
  • Ground cover

Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free