Quicksilver Chinese Wild Ginger
Asarum splendens 'Quicksilver'
SKU
2912
Dramatic silver mottling adorns the deep green foliage which creates a striking groundcover or filler in shady and woodland gardens. In spring, large 2 in. flowers are curiously hidden underneath the leaves that can be up to 7 inches long. Partial to full shade. Semi-evergreen.
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6 - 9 Change
Full shade, Partial shade
Water regularly to maintain wet or evenly moist soil - weekly or more.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | as-AIR-um SPLEN-denz |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Forms a vigorously spreading, dense mat 6 to 12 in. tall. |
| Bloom Time | Spring into Summer |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Semi-evergreen |
| Flower Color | Brown |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Woodland Garden |
| Light Needs | Full shade, Partial shade |
| Soil Needs | Flower & Rose Food |
| Special Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color, Shade Loving |
| Water Needs | High |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly to maintain wet or evenly moist soil - weekly or more. |
| Key Feature | Shade Loving |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. As a groundcover, space plants 2 ft. to 3 ft. apart, (closer for faster coverage). Control weeds with mulch until the plants cover the area.
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