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Gillenia trifoliata (Bowman's root) has been used in The Daily Telegraph for Chelsea Flower Show 2009.
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Posted: Sun 17th May 19:55
Bowman's root (Gillenia trifoliata )
Botanical Name:
Gillenia trifoliata
Genus:
Gillenia
Species:
G. trifoliata ~ G. trifoliata is a clump-forming perennial with slender red stems, small trifoliate leaves and narrow-petalled, white flowers in summer.
Cultivation:
Thrives best in cool, moist, acid to neutral, humus rich soil in sun or part shade. Needs shade in the hottest part of the day. May need staking.
Suggested uses:
Beds and borders, Cottage/Informal, Flower Arranging, Wildflower, Wildlife
Soil types:
Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)
Soil drainage:
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Soil pH:
Acid, Neutral
Light:
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Aspect:
South, East, West
Exposure:
Sheltered
Hardiness:
Hardy (H4)
Pruning:
No pruning required.
Propagation method(s):
Division, Seed
Skill rating:
Beginner
Maintenance hours / year:
2
Detailed monthly care instructions can be found in your care calendar (you need to have an account for this service)
Gillenia trifoliata is:
Deciduous
Flower:
White in Summer
Foliage:
Grey-green in Summer; Flushed red in Autumn
Stem:
Red in Summer
Habit:
Clump-forming, Erect
Ultimate height (m):
0.9
Ultimate spread (m):
0.9
Time to maturity:
2-5 years
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