Often planted for it’s large, coarse-toothed leaves that can reach to 8" across, as a shaded ground cover rather than for the sometimes sparse fall flowers. Spreads by rhizomes (can be aggressive). Foliage is important for many butterfly species in their larval stages.
Native to Maine
Part to full shade
Dry to medium-wet soils
Grows up to 18" tall
Blooms August to October
Herbaceous perennial
Often planted for it’s large, coarse-toothed leaves that can reach to 8" across, as a shaded ground cover rather than for the sometimes sparse fall flowers. Spreads by rhizomes (can be aggressive). Foliage is important for many butterfly species in their larval stages.
Native to Maine
Part to full shade
Dry to medium-wet soils
Grows up to 18" tall
Blooms August to October
Herbaceous perennial