Wild Ginger
Asarum canadense
💧 Watering
Every 1–2 weeks, keep soil moist
☀️ Light
Partial to full shade
💦 Humidity
Average to high
🌡️ Temperature
25–80°F (-4–27°C)
Soil
Rich, moist, well-draining soil
✨ Fertilizing
Once in spring
🪴 Repotting
Divide every 3–4 years
About Wild Ginger
Native groundcover with large heart-shaped leaves and unique hidden flowers. Excellent for naturalizing in shade gardens.
Care tips
- Unique burgundy flowers hidden under leaves in spring
- Spreads slowly to form a dense carpet
- Not related to culinary ginger but has a gingery scent