Euphrasia tetraquetra
western eyebright
A low-growing, hemi-parasitic annual growing between 12 and 18cm. It has toothed, glossy green leaves arranged oppositely along the stem. It produces small whiteish-lilac flowers from June to September
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
1 yearUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Purple White | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Orobanchaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- Yes
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- W Europe
How to grow
Cultivation
Flourishes in sunny coastal areas, resilient against wind and salt spray, with the right host plants like grasses or legumes, it can establish well. See Creating wildflower meadows for further advice
Propagation
Propagation by seed sown in situ in late summer or autumn, allowing them to establish connections with suitable host plants
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Coastal
- Wildflower meadow
- Wildlife gardens
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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