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Boykinia occidentalis

Also Known As

  • Western Boykinia

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Boykinia occidentalis plant details

Boykinia occidentalis is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with dappled shade - shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Boykinia occidentalis

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: saxifragaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Boykinia occidentalis

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: dappled shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Blooms: spring, white, open clusters, basal leaves. Grows in shady woodlands Zone 5-9. 12"-24", PNW, part shade-shade, moist, well drained.

Gardening facts about Boykinia occidentalis plant

How to Grow Boykinia occidentalis

  • Sun Exposure

    • dappled shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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