Overview

Sanicula marilandica is a clump forming alpine rockery in the genus Sanicula, part of the Apiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.6 metres tall. Sanicula marilandica grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include woodland groundcover, wildflower meadow and wildlife gardens.

About

Sanicula marilandica is a clump-forming perennial herb from the Apiaceae family, suited to woodland environments. It typically grows to around 60 cm tall with lobed, glossy green deciduous leaves. In spring and summer, it produces small pinkish flowers in compact umbels, followed by bristly fruits that aid seed dispersal. This cultivar thrives in partial shade with moist but well-drained loam soil, tolerating a range of exposures and aspects. It is hardy to UK zone H7 and is ideal for woodland groundcover, wildflower meadows, and wildlife gardens.

About the genus

Sanicula is a genus of plants in family Apiaceae, the same family to which the carrot and parsnip belong. This genus has about 45 species worldwide, with at least 22 in North America. The common names usually include the terms sanicle or black snakeroot.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Sanicula

Sunlight

Partial shade

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

East-facing, North-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Exposed, Sheltered

UK hardiness

H7

Plant details

Sanicula marilandica size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Alpine Rockery, Herbaceous Perennial

Habit

Clump forming

Foliage

Deciduous

Height

0.6 metres

Suggested uses

Woodland groundcover, Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Sanicula marilandica

Propagation

Seed in autumn, Division in spring

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions