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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 4–8Type Perennial
Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — Thrives in partial shade with moist, well-drained soil; fan-shaped leaves unfold a fresh green in early spring and as the season

Culture

Sun
Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–8

Shape & size

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

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Saxifragaceae

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Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — fan-shaped leaves unfold a fresh green in early spring and as the season progresses
Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — Grows to a modest size of 1-1.5 ft tall and wide, perfect for woodland gardens or shaded borders; it is best planted in humus-rich
Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — Its relatively compact form makes it an excellent ground cover or a stunning accent in a mixed border
Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — fan-shaped leaves unfold a fresh green in early spring and as the season progresses; thrives in partial shade with moist
Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — is a herbaceous perennial notable for its maple-like leaves and slender; typically reaching about 12 to 18 inches in height and
Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — making it ideal for those challenging shady spots in the landscape
Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — typically reaching about 12 to 18 inches in height and spreading approximately 12 to 24 inches wide
Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — creating a dramatic color display.<br><br>This plant's clumping habit grows to a modest size
Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — the edges of the leaves develop spectacular red speckles that intensify into a fiery crimson by fall; its relatively compact form
Mukdenia (Mukdenia Rossii) — providing long-lasting visual appeal
Mukdenia Rossii
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