Molopospermum peloponnesiacum

RHS Plant Profile
striped hemlock
Herbaceous Perennial

A clump-forming perennial to 1.5m high, with strongly scented, slightly glossy, finely divided fern-like leaves. Small pale yellow flowers are borne in domed clusters on strong upright stems in late spring and early summer

Position

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil Types

Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand

Max Height

1-1.5 metres

Max Spread

1-1.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
2–5 years
Max Spread
1-1.5 metres
Max Height
1-1.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Chalk Clay Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained or Well–drained
pH
Acid or Neutral

Position

Full sun Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H7

Colour & Scent

Fragrance Foliage
Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Apiaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Clump forming
Genus
Name Status
Correct
Plant Range
Europe

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grows in almost any soil, in full sun or part shade

Propagation

Propagate by seed, sown in containers in a cold frame in autumn

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Architectural
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Prairie planting
  • Wildflower meadow

Pruning

Deadhead if seed is not required. Cut back spent foliage in autumn

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free