Sierra Wild Ginger, Hartweg's Wild Ginger, Marbled Wild Ginger
Asarum hartwegii (Sierra Wild Winger) is an evergreen rhizomatous perennial boasting heart-shaped, glossy green leaves, 2-4 in. wide (5-10 cm), with conspicuous silver veining. In late spring to early summer, fascinating pitcher-shaped, dark chocolate flowers with tail-like lobes are produced beneath the foliage. Sierra Wild Winger spreads slowly by creeping rhizomes to create a lush aromatic carpet in moist shady areas. A terrific groundcover but excellent drainage is a must.
| Hardiness |
2 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Aristolochiaceae |
| Genus | Asarum |
| Common names | Wild Ginger |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height | 3" (8cm) |
| Spread | 10" (25cm) |
| Spacing | 10" (25cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Evergreen |
| Native Plants | United States, California |
| Tolerance | Full Shade, Deer, Rabbit |
| Garden Uses | Edging, Ground Covers, Underplanting Roses And Shrubs, Wall-Side Borders |
| Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow |
| Hardiness |
2 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Aristolochiaceae |
| Genus | Asarum |
| Common names | Wild Ginger |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height | 3" (8cm) |
| Spread | 10" (25cm) |
| Spacing | 10" (25cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Evergreen |
| Native Plants | United States, California |
| Tolerance | Full Shade, Deer, Rabbit |
| Garden Uses | Edging, Ground Covers, Underplanting Roses And Shrubs, Wall-Side Borders |
| Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow |
How many Asarum hartwegii (Sierra Wild Winger) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Asarum hartwegii (Sierra Wild Winger) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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