Vancouveria hexandra typically starts flowering in April.
American barrenwort
Vancouveria hexandra
American barrenwort (Vancouveria hexandra) is a flowering perennial native to the Pacific Northwest, from northern California to British Columbia. It has a creeping growth habit, forming mats of rounded palmate leaves and delicate white flowers. The blooms appear late spring to early summer, with a sweet scent and small berries in summer. The evergreen foliage provides texture and is particularly attractive when contrasted with contrasting foliage. Easily cared for, it thrives in partial to full shade and fertile well-drained soil. It's the perfect choice for woodlands, shaded rock gardens, borders and containers.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 7
Flowers:
White Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Filtered shade, Part sun/part shade
Soil:
Humus rich
Fruits:
purple Fruits Ready In
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,yellow
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
American barrenwort needs to be watered regularly to stay healthy and vibrant. Water when the soil feels dry to the touch, approximately 1-2 times a week. Allow the soil to drain properly in between watering and do not waterlog the plant. During its growing season in spring and summer, it should be watered more, but in fall and winter, water less. If the temperature is very hot, increase watering as needed. Too much water can cause root rot and too little can lead to wilting and yellowing of the leaves, so adjust accordingly.
sunlight
American barrenwort grows best in partial shade with bright indirect sunlight. For optimal growth, it needs 4 to 6 hours of sunlight per day. It should not be exposed to full sun, especially during the hottest part of the day. To ensure healthy growth, its best to give the plant dappled sunlight throughout the day to provide the balance of sun and shade preferred by this species.
pruning
American barrenwort should be pruned in late winter to early spring, removing dead or damaged leaves, stems, and flowers. Pruning should be gentle, avoiding aggressive shearing that could damage the plant's natural shape and form. If necessary, pruning can also be done in midsummer after the plant finishes flowering. Always use sharp, clean pruners to avoid damaging the bark and stems, and thin out the branches to promote even and symmetric growth. Deadheading, or removal of old or faded flowers, should also be done at the end of the growing season to encourage new growth.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
Harvesting of Vancouveria hexandra typically begins in late June or early July.
