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. |