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Also Known As

Asarum virginica
Virginia Heartleaf Ginger

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3"-6"
W: 8"-12"

planting zones

6a-9b

4 bare root plants | $50

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Hexastylis virginica plant details

Hexastylis virginica is a challenging to grow broadleaf evergreen perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring burgundy flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hexastylis virginica

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: aristolochiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy blooms in spring
Uses: bare root shipping available, container plant, heart-shaped leaves, larger quantity available, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hexastylis virginica

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Round, almost cordate, tough, leathery silver streaked and mottled evergreen foliage make this native ginger stand out in the shade garden. Quick to make a nice 8"-12" clump in the deepest of shade. Interesting little flowers in early Spring. 3"-6" in height.