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Asarum europaeum

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Asarum europaeum

Glossy, deep green round leaves make the perfect carpet in shady areas. Prefers a moist soil. To 10cm.

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Description

Glossy, deep green round leaves make the perfect carpet in shady areas. Likes a moist soil best, mulch dry soils to keep the moisture in. To 10cm.

At A Glance

Common Name Wild ginger
Type Hardy Perennial
Height ground cover
Colour green
Spread Rate
Flowering early summer
Soil Type moist,normal,drained
Aspect shade
Pollination Attractive to pollinators

Sue's Notes

The strange purple flowers are buried under the leaves but they aren't the reason for growing it. Also, don't be fooled by the name - it isn't edible!