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Mertensia virginica - 2015

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By Andrewr


Mertensia virginica - 2015 (Mertensia virginica)

Very hardy American perennial, needing moist soil in a shady position. Grows up to two feet tall, slugs permitting. Dies back by the summer, so can occupy the same ground as hostas for example.



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It needs some moisture all year round or will it tolerate a dry dormant period?

24 Apr, 2015

 

I found a website that suggested growing it with trilliums and uvularia, so a soil with plenty of humus is probably what is needed.

24 Apr, 2015

 

Very nice, Andrew. I like it.

28 Apr, 2015



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