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Micranthes virginiensis
Also Known As
- Saxifraga virginiensis
- Early Small-Flowered Saxifrage
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 6"-12"
- W: 4"-6"
planting zones
- 3a-8b
Micranthes virginiensis plant details
Micranthes virginiensis is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Micranthes virginiensis
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: saxifragaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 4 IN - 6 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
- Uses: container plant, edging plant, rock garden, woodland garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Micranthes virginiensis
- USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
- Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
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How to Grow Micranthes virginiensis
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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See other plant types of Micranthes for your garden
aka Saxifraga micranthidifolia, Branch Lettuce, Brook Lettuce, Deer Tongue, Lettuce Leaf Saxifrage, Lettuceleaf Saxifrage, Mountain Lettuce
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
6a-8b
Size
Height: 18"-36"
Width: 12"-15"
- bright shade - shade
- even moisture - high
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