Asarum splendens (Chinese Wild Ginger)
Chinese Wild Ginger, Asarum chingchengense
Noted for its superb foliage, Asarum splendens (Chinese Wild Ginger) is a vigorous rhizomatous perennial boasting large, elongated, heart-shaped, dark green leaves splashed with shimmering silver. Deep purple beneath, 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, dark chocolate-brown and purple cup-shaped flowers, 2 in. wide (5 cm), are produced under the foliage at soil level. Asarum splendens is an outstanding Chinese species that forms a thick mat of foliage, making it an ideal ground cover for shady gardens. It is also great-looking in containers. Deer resistant.
- Grows up to 5-8 in. tall (12-20 cm) and 10-16 in. wide (25-40 cm).
- A part shade to full shade lover, it is best grown in humus-rich, neutral to acidic, moist, well-drained soils.
- Chinese Wild Ginger makes a great ground cover for shady areas of woodland gardens, rock gardens and is perfect for underplanting shrubs or containers.
- Virtually pest and disease free but keep an eye out for slugs and snails which could damage the attractive foliage.
- Propagate by seed in containers in a cold frame as soon as ripe. Can also be propagated by division in early spring
- Native to China
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Requirements
| Hardiness | 6
– 9 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Asarum - Wild Gingers |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
| Height | 5" – 8" (12cm – 20cm) |
| Spread | 10" – 2' (25cm – 60cm) |
| Spacing | 10" – 16" (25cm – 40cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Semi-Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Deer |
| Garden Uses | Ground Covers, Patio and Containers, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs, Wall-Side Borders |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Prairie and Meadow |
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Botanik Foto, © Martin Ogden /www.teddingtongardener.com
While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 6
– 9 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Asarum - Wild Gingers |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
| Height | 5" – 8" (12cm – 20cm) |
| Spread | 10" – 2' (25cm – 60cm) |
| Spacing | 10" – 16" (25cm – 40cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Semi-Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Deer |
| Garden Uses | Ground Covers, Patio and Containers, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs, Wall-Side Borders |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Prairie and Meadow |
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