Photo of Triosteum pinnatifidum fruit by Karl Gercens III

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Triosteum pinnatifidum

Also Known As

  • White Feverwort

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 20"-30"
  • W: 30"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Triosteum pinnatifidum plant details

Triosteum pinnatifidum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer purple and red flowers emerge followed by white fruit. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Triosteum pinnatifidum

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 30 IN wide, 20 IN - 30 IN - tall
Flowers: purple and red blooms in summer
Uses: woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Triosteum pinnatifidum

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Very fine herbaceous Honeysuckle relative with exceptional broad vaquely Oakish foliage and flowers that are quite forgettable. The small tubular flowers become lost to memory when the round large white fruit appear in late summer as the shade garden is flagging. Showy yet deer proof.

Gardening facts about Triosteum pinnatifidum plant

How to Grow Triosteum pinnatifidum

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • white
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • purple
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Foliage Color

    • green
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