Cultivation
Grow in well-drained, sandy, fertile loam in a sunny, sheltered position. Plant the crown just below soil level. May need support in exposed sites. Mulch in autumn, avoiding the crown. Protect new growth with a dry mulch.
Soil type
Sandy, Loamy
Soil drainage
Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Full Sun
Aspect
North, South, East, West
Exposure
Sheltered