Asarum caudatum
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Asarum caudatum


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This California native is one of the toughest, prettiest and hardiest ground covers going. Found in moist shaded forests from British Columbia to northern California, thisevergreen,rhizomatous perennial has become a go-to plant for gardeners seeking a tenacious and lovelygroundcover for shade or part shadelocations. Long rhizomes sprout glossy, dark green 3” reniform (kidney or heart-shaped) leaves that exude a spicy,ginger-and-citrus fragrancewhen crushed. Low (4-8”) and spreading out to 3’ in dense mats, this is the ideal understory plant. During Summer, it produces unique, reddish-brown 2” flowers that terminate in three gracefully curved lobes. This wild ginger can tolerateclay soilsand shallow beds, making it among a handful of plants to successfully establish under trees with lateral roots. Though it will tolerate drier conditions, a bit of regular water will maintain a lush appearance. Hardy down to 10°F.

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Item ID
5109
Plant Type

Flowering, Foliage

Pot Size
4-inch
LifeSpan

Perennial

Flower Colors

Maroon-Black

Bloom Time

Summer

Sun Exposure

Shade, Part Shade

Water Needs

Average Water

Special Features
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Evergreen

Clay Tolerant

Drought Tolerant

Indestructibles

California Natives

Deer Resistant

Fragrant

Under Oaks

Uses
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Great for Shade

Groundcovers

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Our priority is to deliver outstanding customer service, and we are committed to ensuring your satisfaction! If your plants arrive damaged or fail to thrive within 30 days of receipt, we will gladly issue a store credit or refund for the original purchase price of the plants.

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