Asarum canadense is a North American native wildflower with heart or kidney shaped leaves. It is grown for the foliage because the flowers, although very interesting when examined up close, are very tiny and hang below the foliage. It is an excellent groundcover in woodland gardens. It can also be used as an edger.
- Height: 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
- Spread: 30 - 46 cm (12 - 18 in)
- Cold Hardiness: Zone 4
- Sun or Shade: filtered shade
- Bloom Time: spring
- Leaf Colour: green
- Bloom Colour: brown
- Critter Resistance: deer
Growing and Maintenance Tips
Asarum canadense is easy to grow in damp well drained soil in part to full shade. It prefers acidic soil and will tolerate a lot of shade. It spreads slowly by rhizomes to form a dense mat. It has no serious insect or disease problems although slugs and snails have been known to nibble on the leaves.
Bloomfest Garden Art Show
Mark your calendar for July 20-28. We will be open every day during that time. Our Bloomfest Garden Show is happening and our daylily field will be in full bloom. This year we will be displaying the work of 23 artists throughout the gardens and daylily field. It is easy to visualize how a piece of art might look in your own garden when you see it in displayed in a garden here.
Suzanne and Bruce and the Whitehouse Team
July Art Show
Coming Soon Details on our exciting Garden Art Show
The purpose of our Garden Art Show is to merge the beauty of art with the tranquility and aesthetics of a garden, creating a unique and immersive experience for visitors.
You don't want to miss these pieces that harmonize with the surroundings and evoke a sense of connection to nature.
Check Back in May for dates and times.
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