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Inside-out Flower

Vancouveria Hexandra

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Overview

Vancouveria hexandra, commonly called American Barrenwort, is a rhizomatous perennial, treasured for its delicate, intricate foliage resembling miniature duck feet. Thriving in USDA zones 5-9, it forms an elegant ground cover up to 18 inches tall and spreads to 24 inches wide. In late spring, diminutive white flowers dance atop wiry stems, enhancing dappled shade gardens. Prefers moist, well-drained soil and resists deer; a charming understory beneath larger plants.

Sun FullWater Low, Very LowZones 3–9Type Ground cover, PerennialClimate Temperate
Inside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — commonly called American Barrenwort
Inside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — it forms an elegant ground cover up to 18 inches tall and spreads to 24 inches wideInside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — In late spring, diminutive white flowers dance atop wiry stems, enhancing dappled shade gardensInside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — The flowers offer subtle visual interest that belies their sizeInside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — which are divided into three leafletsInside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — it is quite drought-tolerantInside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — botanically named Vancouveria hexandra+35

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low, Very Low
USDA zones
3–9

Shape & size

Mature height
0.05–1.5 Ft.
Mature width
0.05–1.5 Ft.

Classification

Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Family
Berberidaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Inside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — commonly called American Barrenwort
Inside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — it forms an elegant ground cover up to 18 inches tall and spreads to 24 inches wide
Inside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — In late spring, diminutive white flowers dance atop wiry stems, enhancing dappled shade gardens
Inside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — The flowers offer subtle visual interest that belies their size
Inside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — which are divided into three leaflets
Inside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — it is quite drought-tolerant
Inside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — botanically named Vancouveria hexandra
Inside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — This herbaceous perennial is lauded for its lush, delicate foliage and its resilience in shade gardens
Inside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — It truly is a gem for spaces that echo the tranquil ambience of its native woodland habitat
Inside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — six-petaled flowers that dangle gracefully above the foliage on wiry stems
Inside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — is an enchanting groundcover native to the forests of North America's Pacific Northwest region
Inside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — Thriving in USDA zones 5-9
Inside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — white flowers in the garden
Inside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — though it appreciates regular watering during prolonged dry spells
Inside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — intricate foliage resembling miniature duck feet
Inside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — is a rhizomatous perennial
Inside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — or as a filler between larger shrubs
Inside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — Mature plants typically reach a height of 12 to 18 inches
Inside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — the American Barrenwort sports trifoliate leaves
Inside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — Prefers moist, well-drained soil and resists deer; a charming understory beneath larger plants
Inside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — drawing in the discerning eye.<br><br>Vancouveria hexandra is hardy in USDA zones 5 through 9
Inside-out Flower (Vancouveria Hexandra) — Ideal for use under shade trees
Vancouveria Hexandra
Vancouveria Hexandra
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