Asarum europaeum

European Wild Ginger

Family: Zingiberaceae (Ginger Family)

·         Hardiness Zone: 4-7 

·         Height: 5 inches

·         Spread: 12-18 inches

·         Bloom Time: May

·         Bloom: green flowers under leaves

·         Light: part shade to full shade

·         Soil: humus rich, moist

·         Moisture: medium to wet

·         Use: ground cover in shady areas, woodland gardens; may also be used as edging

·         Care: low maintenance

·         Concerns: no serious insect or disease problems; slugs and snails occasional problems

·         Native to: central to southern European woodlands

·         Notes: semi-evergreen, green glossy leaves; bruised roots exude ginger smell; deer resistant; tolerates black walnut

·         Supplier: The Flower Factory

·         Teaching Garden Location & Code: Shade Garden F032

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