About
Mitella, the mitreworts, are a small genus of clump-forming, rhizomatous perennials from woodland habitats in East Asia and North America, producing stalked, ovate or heart-shaped, lobed leaves and slender, often one-sided racemes of tiny, exquisitely fringed flowers on long, upright stems in summer. Elegant and rewarding plants for a cool, moist, shaded woodland garden.
About the genus
Mitella, the mitreworts, are clump-forming, rhizomatous perennials from woodland habitats in East Asia and North America, producing lobed, glossy leaves and slender racemes of tiny, pendent or horizontal flowers with distinctive fringed petals in summer. Grown in cool, moist, shaded woodland gardens.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead or damaged growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed as appropriate.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.