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Prosartes hookeri

Also Known As

Disporum hookeri
Drops of Gold
Hooker's Fairybell

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-36"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Prosartes hookeri plant details

Prosartes hookeri is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by orange fruit. Grows well with mostly shade - shade and even moisture water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Prosartes hookeri

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: colchicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Prosartes hookeri

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

?Fairy Bells? and ?Gold-Drops? are both good common names for this NW native of moist woods; its bell-shaped flowers hanging from the branches of 1-3' stalks are followed by golden-yellow berries. PSh-Sh/M