Asarum splendens [ex Wild China]

Also Known As

Wild Ginger

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 3"-6"
W: 12"-48"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Asarum splendens [ex Wild China] plant details

Asarum splendens [ex Wild China] is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with blue, green and variegated foliage. In spring burgundy and cream flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Asarum splendens [ex Wild China]

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: aristolochiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, green and variegated
Mature size: 12 IN - 48 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy and cream blooms in spring
Uses: heart-shaped leaves

GROWING CONDITIONS for Asarum splendens [ex Wild China]

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the larger flowered Chinese species and one of the easiest, this may or may not be conspecific with Asarum magnificum. The taxonomy is confused with many Chinese imports appearing under a variety of names. We fear it may be a while before everything is properly sorted out in the meantime enjoy the plants and don't get too freaked about the names. For what its worth these are the H & H version. ZONE 4