About
This perennial woodland wildflower found mostly in Scotland and a few sites in northern England. Slowly spreading rhizomes support upright stems to about 20cm, topped by a whorl of oval, evergreen leaves. Above these. one to three white, cup-shaped flowers with pointed petals develop on fine stems in summer.
About the genus
Trientalis is a genus of plants encompassing species that may be herbaceous, shrubby, or woody. They are grown for their ornamental flowers, foliage, or fruit, and vary in hardiness and cultural requirements
Growing conditions
SunlightPartial shade
Soil typeLoam
Soil pHAcid
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitColumnar upright
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Rock garden
Care notes
CultivationNaturally found in cool, moist, shady places such as open pine woods and heather moors. Needs woodland conditions - humus-rich, acid, moist but well-drained, fertile soil in semi-shade
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed or by division
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free