Mitella makinoi — Clump-forming, Rhizomatous | Fenn

Overview

Mitella makinoi is a plant with a clump-forming, rhizomatous habit in the genus Mitella, part of the Saxifragaceae family, with heart-shaped, glossy foliage. Mitella makinoi grows best in full shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include ground cover and woodland gardens.

About

Mitella makinoi is a clump-forming, rhizomatous perennial belonging to the Saxifragaceae family. As a member of the Mitella genus, it features glossy, heart-shaped leaves and slender racemes of small, pale flowers with five fringed petals that appear in spring and summer. This cultivar thrives in moist, fertile, well-drained loam soil under full shade, ideally in north-facing, sheltered woodland garden settings. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and is suitable for use as ground cover, propagated by division or seed sowing.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Mitella

Sunlight: Full shade
Soil type: Loam
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist
Aspect: North-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Mitella makinoi size, habit and characteristics

Habit: Clump-forming, Rhizomatous
Foliage: Heart-shaped, Glossy
Suggested uses: Ground cover, Woodland gardens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Mitella makinoi

Propagation: Division, Seed sowing
Pest resistance: Susceptible to honey fungus
Disease resistance: Resistant to powdery mildew

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Mitella makinoi?

Mitella makinoi prefers full shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Mitella makinoi need?

Mitella makinoi grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.

Is Mitella makinoi hardy in the UK?

Mitella makinoi has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.

How do I propagate Mitella makinoi?

Division, Seed sowing.

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