Mitella diphylla typically starts flowering in April.
brewer's-cap
Mitella diphylla
Brewer's-cap, also called Bishop's-cap, is a low-growing, deciduous plant native to moist woodlands across North America. It has two angular, white-edged leaves, hence the common name “diphylla” for its species name. It produces upright clusters of little greenish-white or pinkish flowers with bracts resembling a Bishop’s miter. As the flowers fade, the seed heads resemble a small Brewer’s cap and turn a rich brown in the fall. It is a hardy plant, suitable for flower beds, borders, and rock gardens. It tolerates partial shade, acidic soil, and regular watering, making it an ideal choice for landscaping or center-pieces.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 7
Flowers:
White Flowers
Sun:
Part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
sunlight
Brewer's-cap (Mitella diphylla) is a plant that thrives in partial shade or shady environments with plenty of moisture. The plant should receive at least 4 or 5 hours of direct sunlight per day during its active growing season. If possible, the plant should be exposed to morning sunlight and should benefit from afternoon shade. During winter months when the plant is dormant, it should receive minimal sunlight.
pruning
Brewer's-cap should be pruned in late winter or early spring before blooms appear. Pruning should be light, with an emphasis on removing dead or damaged branches and selectively thinning to make the plants open and airy. deadheading any spent flowers is also recommended. Be careful not to prune too much as this will reduce the amount of blooms that will be produced in the following season. It is best to prune no more than 1-third of the plant at any given time.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
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Aug
Starts Flowering
