Bishop's Weed

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Plant Information
Common Name Bishop's Weed
Botanical Name Aegopodium podagraria 'Variegata'
Description
Plant Type Groundcover
Mature Height 10 to 12 in
Mature Width 18 to 2 ft
Growth Habit Spreading
Bloom Color White
Bloom Interest Insignificant
Bloom Period May to June
Seasonal Interest Summer
Foliage Color Green with White margin
Foliage Type Simple
Fall Color Insignificant
Attributes Drought Tolerant, Dry Shade
Attracts Butterflies No
Attracts Birds No
Care
Sun Exposure Full Sun, Partial Shade
USDA Hardiness Zone 3 to 9
Zoned for KC Region Yes
Water Preference Dry,Moist,Well-drained
Maintenance Level Moderate
Cost Inexpensive
Watering Notes Water weekly to establish new plants. Generally groundcovers require little supplemental water once established.
Fertilize Notes Fertilize yearly in spring with 5-10-5 fertilizer.