Asarum splendens

Ginger - Chinese

The large shiny dark green leaves of Chinese Ginger have heavy silver mottling. The interesting burgundy brown flowers are found beneath the leaves. It is semi-evergreen and slow growing. Prefers a dry site.

Height

8 Inches

Spread

10 Inches

Bloom Color

Red

USDA Hardiness Zone

Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes

•	Deer Resistant
•	Full Shade
•	Groundcover
•	Semi-Evergreen

Soil Conditions

•	Average
•	Moist

Bloom Time

•

Spring

Exposure

•	Full Shade
•	Partial Shade/Shade Tolerant

Tolerance

•	Dry Shade Tolerant

Foliage Color

•	Green
•	Green-Gray/Green-Silver/Silver

Companion Plants to Asarum splendens

Helleborus x ballardiae HGC® 'Spring Party'
Lenten Rose

Similar Plants to Asarum splendens

Brunnera macrophylla 'Sea Heart'
Heartleaf Brunnera

Viola walteri 'Silver Gem'
Prostrate Blue Violet

Helleborus x ballardiae HGC® 'Cinnamon Snow'
Lenten Rose