About
A clump-forming perennial with fresh green foliage and cream flowers in spring, followed by orange berries.
About the genus
Prosartes are herbaceous perennials, arising from short rhizomes, with upright stems bearing alternate leaves and hanging, white or greenish-yellow flowers in pairs or small clusters
Growing conditions
SunlightFull shade, Partial shade
Soil typeClay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectWest-facing, North-facing, East-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden
Native toW North America
Care notes
CultivationGrow in a cool, moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade or deep shade
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in pots in a cold frame in autumn or spring or propagate by division of rhizomes in spring
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free