Asarum spledens

Common Name: Chinese Wild Ginger

One of the finest members of the ginger family. Large, elongated heart-shaped, dark green leaves are elegantly mottled with shimmering silver pigment throughout. They remain semi-evergreen through mild winters and a new set of leaves is produced in spring, covering the previous year's growth.

In early spring, 2" wide, dark purple flowers are produced under the foliage at soil level. Though the flowers are not particularly showy, they are interestingly attractive.

Asarum splendens is a vigorous rhizomatic species that forms a thick mat of foliage, making it an ideal groundcover for shady gardens. It is also nice in containers.

Though this plant is listed as being hardy to zone 6, it may also overwinter in zone 5 with protection.

Height:

5.0-8.0 Inches

Spread:

10.0-16.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

(5),6,7,8,9

Flower Color:

Purple shades

Foliage Color:

Variegated

Sunlight:

Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Full Shade (< 4 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Average Water Needs

Consistent Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Average Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0)

Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Early Spring

Critter Resistant:

Deer Resistant

Rabbit Resistant

Seasonal Interest:

Evergreen

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Asian

Patio Container

Eclectic

Woodland Shade

Other Features:

Border Plant

Container

Ground Cover

Small

Origin:

Not Native to North America