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Asarum shuttleworthii (Evergreen wild ginger)

Asarum shuttleworthii Photo/Illustration: Paul Moore

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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Asarum shuttleworthii ah-SAR-um shut-tul-WORTH-ee-eye Common Name: Evergreen wild ginger Genus: Asarum
This wild ginger is an evergreen groundcover with heart-shaped, shiny leaves that are often marbled. Its interesting brown-purple flowers hide beneath the foliage.
 Noteworthy characteristics: This is a slow-growing ginger, but worth it.
 Care: Evergreen wild ginger likes morning sun and afternoon shade. It's best to divide this plant to increase its impact.
 Propagation: Sow seed in containers as soon as ripe. Divide carefully in early spring.
 Problems: Slugs and snails. Rust and leaf gall
Height Less than 6 in.
Spread 6 in. to 12 in.
Growth Habit Spreads
Growth Pace Slow Grower
Light Part Shade to Full Shade
Moisture Medium Moisture
Maintenance Low
Characteristics Native; Showy Foliage
Bloom Time Late Spring; Spring
Foliage Color Evergreen
Flower Color Purple/ Lavender Flower
Uses , Beds and Borders, Container, Ground Covers
Style , Shade, Cottage Garden, Woodland Garden
Seasonal Interest , Winter Interest, Spring Interest, Summer Interest, Fall Interest
Type ,Perennials

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