Asarum europaeum

European Ginger

Large 4" glossy green foliage. A slow spreader that will tolerate full shade. Evergreen in milder climates. Less hardy.


  •  · Large glossy green foliage
  •  · Slow spreader
  •  · Will tolerate full shade
Recommended Substitution
Asarum canadense

Asarum canadense

American Ginger

Large round green foliage, spreads thru underground rhizomes; greater heat tolerance than europeaum.

More Info

Height:

6-8 in

Spread:

18-22 in

Zone:

4-9

Asarum europaeum
Asarum europaeum

Exposure

Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade
Shade Tolerant

Critter Resistance

Deer Resistant

Attributes

Evergreen
Ground Cover

Season of Interest (Flowering)

Summer

Asarum

Common Name: Ginger

Wildflower that performs equally well in the shaded garden. Grown for its foliage as the flowers are rather inconspicuous.