Hepatica nobilis (Liverleaf)
Botanical Information
Family | Ranunculaceae |
Genus | Hepatica |
Species | nobilis |
Category | Perennials |
Origin | Europe and Asia |
Details
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Height | 10 cm |
Spread | 3 cm |
Growth | Slow |
Flowering Period | April, May, June, July |
Description and Growing Information
Shape | A small specimen with blue or violet flowers in early spring. |
Landscape | Hepatica nobilis looks great in city gardens, courtyards or simply planted containers. It is very versatile and can look good in many locations and can even be used as an underplanting for taller specimens or shrubs. |
Propagation | Division in spring or by seed as soon as it opens. |
Cultivation | Grows well in heavy soils that are humus-rich. |