About
The small, scented, star-shaped flowers open pale pink from deep pink buds, but they are not produced freely, and the short spikes remain below the height of the leaves. An evergreen perennial with narrow, arching vivid green leaves up to 35cm long. Red berries follow in areas with hot summers.
About the genus
Reineckea is a monotypic genus, with one variable, evergreen, rhizomatous perennial; native to Japan & China
Growing conditions
SunlightPartial shade
Soil typeClay, Loam
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, North-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitMatforming
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden
Native toChina, Japan
FragranceFlower
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moist but well-drained, humus-rich, acid or neutral soil in partial shade
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in containers in a cold frame, or by separating rhizomes from the edge of established clumps in spring
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to slugs and snails
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free