Hibbertia aspera

Shrubs

A low-growing evergreen shrub with trailing, densely hairy stems and small, oval-shaped, roughly hairy green leaves with slightly recurved edges. Bright yellow flowers with notched petals are produced, singly or in small clusters, from early to late summer

Position

Partial shade

Soil Types

Loam

Max Height

0.1-0.5 metres

Max Spread

0.5-1 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
2–5 years
Max Spread
0.5-1 metres
Max Height
0.1-0.5 metres

Growing Conditions

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

Position

Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H1C

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Dilleniaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Bushy, Trailing
Genus
Hibbertia can be evergreen shrubs, trees or climbers, with simple leaves and saucer-shaped, 5-petalled, yellow, pink or white flowers that may be solitary or borne in axillary or terminal cymes
Name Status
Correct
Plant Range
Australia

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in peat-free, loam-based compost, under glass or in a container that can be moved indoors over winter. Position in light or part shade outdoors, or in bright filtered light indoors; protect from hot midday sun. Water freely while in growth and keep just moist in winter

Propagation

Propagate by seed, sown at 19-24°C in spring, or by semi-ripe cuttings in late summer

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Patio and container plants
  • Conservatory and greenhouse

Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

May be susceptible to scale insects

Diseases

May be susceptible to grey moulds