This spring wildflower has dark green, kidney-shaped leaves that form above the cup-shaped, maroon-brown flowers. The flowers appear in spring on ground-level stems that appear at the base of the leaves. Plants spread slowly by rhizomes to form a nice groundcover and grow best in medium to moist but well-drained soil. If grown in heavy shade plants prefer acidic soils with consistent moisture.
Genus:
Asarum
Species:
canadense
Foliage Color:
Green
Flower Color:
Maroon
Flower Time:
Early season
Sun Exposure:
Shade
Soil Condition:
Rich in organic matter
Habit:
Groundcover
Mature Height:
12"
Mature Spread:
10"
