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Star Chickweed

Stellaria Pubera

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Overview

Star Chickweed (Stellaria pubera) is a delicate, shade-loving perennial, flourishing in zones 4-7. It stands 12-18 inches tall and spreads 8-12 inches wide. Preferring moist, well-drained soil, it showcases white, star-shaped flowers with deeply notched petals atop slender stems in spring. This native woodland groundcover adds texture and charm to shaded garden areas or naturalized settings, while its low-maintenance nature is ideal for effortless landscaping endeavors.

Sun ShadeWater MediumZones 4–11Type Perennial, WildflowerClimate Temperate

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — Star Chickweed (Stellaria pubera) is a delicate, shade-loving perennial, flourishing in zones 4-7; this native woodland

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — hairy stems that give the plant its species name

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — perennial / wildflower for shade

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — while its low-maintenance nature is ideal for effortless landscaping endeavors

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — USDA hardiness zones 4 through 7 are ideal for this species

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — measuring up to 1 to 2 inches in length

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — The plant's leaves are ovate to lanceolate in shape

Culture

Sun: Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 4–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Perennial, Wildflower
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — Star Chickweed (Stellaria pubera) is a delicate, shade-loving perennial, flourishing in zones 4-7; this native woodland

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — hairy stems that give the plant its species name

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — perennial / wildflower for shade

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — while its low-maintenance nature is ideal for effortless landscaping endeavors

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — USDA hardiness zones 4 through 7 are ideal for this species

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — measuring up to 1 to 2 inches in length

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — The plant's leaves are ovate to lanceolate in shape

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — This North American native typically blooms in the early spring and can carry on into the late spring months; white flowers

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — star-shaped flowers with deeply notched petals atop slender stems in spring; educating clients on this splendid species

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — a charming woodland perennial; perennial / wildflower for shade

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — is an excellent addition to a shade or semi-shade garden

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — This North American native typically blooms in the early spring and can carry on into the late spring months

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — is an excellent addition to a shade or semi-shade garden; a charming woodland perennial

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — offering a touch of delicate beauty with its star-shaped white flowers; hairy stems that give the plant its species name

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — It stands 12-18 inches tall and spreads 8-12 inches wide

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — Star Chickweed creates a low-growing carpet of green foliage

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — The plant's leaves are ovate to lanceolate in shape, image 35

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — adding ecological value to the garden

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — It stands 12-18 inches tall and spreads 8-12 inches wide; star Chickweed creates a low-growing carpet of green foliage

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — and how its blossoms can attract pollinators such as bees

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — white flowers in the garden

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — well-draining soil with a tendency for slight moisture

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — Educating clients on this splendid species involves highlighting its low maintenance

Star Chickweed (Stellaria Pubera) — perennial / wildflower with white blooms

Photographs by 8 contributors

Randi Hausken from Bærum, Norway, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
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Dinesh Valke from Thane, India, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
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