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Gillenia trifoliata
Bowman's Root
Rosaceae
Height
40 cm
Flower colour
white
Flowering time
August
Foliage colour
green
Sunlight
partial shade
Soil
fertile, moist, well drained
pH
acid - neutral
Hardiness
hardy
Plant range
northeastern USA and Canada
Gillenia is a genus in the rose family, Rosaceae. of only two species. Both are woodland plants native to the east coast of N-America, where they grow in dry woodlands. They prefer slightly acidic soil.
Propagation:
Division in spring.
Seed - sown in September - November.
Seed covered and stored at 20°C (68°F) for 2-4 weeks and then stored outside until germination. Optimum germination temperature is 5-12°C (40-55°F).
Beautiful woodland plant. Hardy and easy to grow.
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