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Variegated Bishop's Weed

Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum'

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Overview

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium podagraria 'Variegatum') is a vigorous groundcover with striking, creamy-white edged foliage. Thriving in USDA zones 3-9, it spreads widely, reaching heights of 8-12 inches. Best suited for partial to full shade, it requires well-drained soil. Ideal for low-maintenance areas, though considered invasive in some regions. Manage by edging or container planting to prevent unwanted spread. Monthly checks are recommended for encroachment control.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 2–8Type Ground cover, Perennial

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — Best suited for partial to full shade, it requires well-drained soil

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — It is an aggressive spreader, thanks to its rhizomatous roots, which can be both a benefit and

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — This variety sets itself apart with its green leaves edged in a creamy white hue

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — botanically known as Aegopodium podagraria 'Variegatum,' is a resilient and shade-tolerant

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — Manage by edging or container planting to prevent unwanted spread

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — Monthly checks are recommended for encroachment control

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — Thriving in USDA zones 3-9, it spreads widely, reaching heights of 8-12 inches

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 2–8

Shape & size

Mature height: 0.5–1 Ft.
Mature width: 1–1.5 Ft.

Classification

Type: Ground cover, Perennial
Family: Apiaceae (Umbelliferae)

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Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — Best suited for partial to full shade, it requires well-drained soil

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — It is an aggressive spreader, thanks to its rhizomatous roots, which can be both a benefit and

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — This variety sets itself apart with its green leaves edged in a creamy white hue

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — botanically known as Aegopodium podagraria 'Variegatum,' is a resilient and shade-tolerant

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — Manage by edging or container planting to prevent unwanted spread

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — Monthly checks are recommended for encroachment control

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — Thriving in USDA zones 3-9, it spreads widely, reaching heights of 8-12 inches

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — low-maintenance ground cover

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — Ideal for low-maintenance areas, though considered invasive in some regions

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — and its growth is most robust in partial to full shade

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — bringing light to shaded areas of the landscape

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium podagraria 'Variegatum') is a vigorous groundcover with

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — care should be taken to contain its spread if necessary

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — with soil that is well-draining but retains some moisture

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — favored for its striking foliage

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — It can be used effectively underneath trees or shrubs

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — creamy-white edged foliage

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — While it can quickly fill in bare spots

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — white umbel-shaped flowers that can reach up to 20 inches tall

Variegated Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria 'Variegatum') — Its variegated leaves are less dense than its all-green counterpart

Photographs by 7 contributors

Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
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Meneerke bloem, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
David J. Stang, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Dmitry Makeev, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Jerzy Opioła, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Agnieszka Kwiecień, Nova, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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