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Bupleurum fruticosum
Plant

Bupleurum fruticosum

Shrubby Hare's Ear

Planted in 2 show gardens on GardensDB.

2
Gardens
2
Designers
1
Studio
How to grow it

Happiest in full sun on chalk, clay, loam or sand that is well-drained.

Size at maturity
1.5–2.5 metres Max height
1.5–2.5 metres Max spread
5–10 years To maturity
Aspect
Aspect: North-facing, East-facing, South-facing, West-facing N E S W
Any aspect Happy facing any direction
Position
Full sun (suitable)
Partial shade (not suitable)
Full shade (not suitable)
Exposure
Sheltered (suitable)
Exposed (suitable)
Moisture
Well-drained
Soil
Chalk (suitable)
Clay (suitable)
Loam (suitable)
Sand (suitable)
Soil pH
Acid (suitable) Neutral (suitable) Alkaline (suitable)
Hardiness H4. Hardy Hardy, average winter (-10°C to -5°C)
H1a
H1b
H1c
H2
H3
H4
H5
H6
H7
Where it was planted

2 gardens

  • A whimsical show garden features a white circular sign and gold pipe structures like taps and shower heads, surrounded by naturalistic green and colourful planting.
    Gold Medal
    360° tour available
    The Alan Partridge Sound Bath Garden
    Joe Carey, Laura Carey
  • A small naturalistic garden has a Corten steel wall, large pale boulders, a timber deck with two chairs, and mixed green, purple, and white planting.
    Gold Medal RHS Chelsea Small Garden of the Year Best Construction Award
    The Addleshaw Goddard: Freedom To Flourish Garden
    Joe Carey, Laura Carey
Who uses it

Designers & studios

The people and studios credited on the gardens above, and how many gardens they used this plant in.

Designers 2

Studio 1