Mukdenia

Mukdenia Rossii

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Overview

Mukdenia rossii, commonly known as Mukdenia, is a herbaceous perennial notable for its maple-like leaves and slender, airy sprays of small, bell-shaped, white flowers. In the spring, foliage emerges with bronze hues, maturing to green, then transforming to a striking red in fall. Thrives in partial shade with moist, well-drained soil. Grows to a modest size of 1-1.5 ft tall and wide, perfect for woodland gardens or shaded borders. Hardy to zones 4-8.

Sun ShadeWater MediumZones 4–8

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — commonly known as Mukdenia

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — commonly known as Mukdenia

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — then transforming to a striking red in fall

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — foliage emerges with bronze hues

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — Native to the woodland regions of East Asia

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — Thrives in partial shade with moist, well-drained soil

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — Grows to a modest size of 1-1.5 ft tall and wide, perfect for woodland gardens or shaded borders

Culture

Sun: Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 4–8

Shape & size

Mature height: 1–1.5 Ft.
Mature width: 1–2 Ft.

Classification

Family: Saxifragaceae

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Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — is a herbaceous perennial notable for its maple-like leaves and slender

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — commonly known as Mukdenia

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — then transforming to a striking red in fall

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — foliage emerges with bronze hues

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — Native to the woodland regions of East Asia

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — Thrives in partial shade with moist, well-drained soil

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — Grows to a modest size of 1-1.5 ft tall and wide, perfect for woodland gardens or shaded borders

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — creating a dramatic color display.<br><br>This plant's clumping habit grows to a modest size

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — fan-shaped leaves unfold a fresh green in early spring and as the season progresses

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — the edges of the leaves develop spectacular red speckles that intensify into a fiery crimson by fall

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — Its relatively compact form makes it an excellent ground cover or a stunning accent in a mixed border

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — typically reaching about 12 to 18 inches in height and spreading approximately 12 to 24 inches wide

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — stalks rise above the foliage

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — making it ideal for those challenging shady spots in the landscape

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — well-drained soil and requires consistent moisture

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — It is best planted in humus-rich

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — though it can tolerate some degree of dryness once established

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — Mukdenia is resistant to most pests and diseases

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — and its foliage remains attractive throughout the growing season

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — providing long-lasting visual appeal

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — Employ this stunner to infuse cool tones and textural contrast into your garden palette

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — white flowers in the garden

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — perennial for shade

Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — perennial with white blooms

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