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Veratrum oxysepalum

Also Known As

  • Veratrum album var. oxysepalum
  • White False Hellebore

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 1'-3'

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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Veratrum oxysepalum plant details

Veratrum oxysepalum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Veratrum oxysepalum

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: melanthiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Veratrum oxysepalum

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is the Japanese version of our native False Hellebore. Wonderful broad pleated leaves and when old enough, nice spikes of white starry flowers to 3' or more. This likes a rich moist soil, emerges early in spring and goes dormant by mid to late summer. Deer resistant.

Gardening facts about Veratrum oxysepalum plant

How to Grow Veratrum oxysepalum

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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