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Linnaea borealis
Also Known As
- Twinflower
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 1"-4"
- W: 36"-96"
planting zones
- 3a-9b
Linnaea borealis plant details
Linnaea borealis is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly shade - shade and even moisture water. Does well in well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Linnaea borealis
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: caprifoliaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 36 IN - 96 IN - wide, 1 IN - 4 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in summer
- Uses: fall color
GROWING CONDITIONS for Linnaea borealis
- USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
- Sun exposure: mostly shade - shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Evergreen groundcover, glossy leaves, pink-white bell flowers summer-fall Zone 3-9. 1"-4", PNW, part shade-shade, moist, well drained.
Garden photo gallery of Linnaea borealis
By: Walter Siegmund
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How to Grow Linnaea borealis
Sun Exposure
- mostly shade - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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