
Enchanter's-nightshade
Circaea lutetiana
Enchanter's-nightshade is a delicate woodland perennial suited to shaded, moist garden corners or naturalistic plantings under trees. It requires little care once established but appreciates consistent moisture and humus-rich soil. It spreads gently by self-seeding and can fill gaps in shaded borders over time.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water To Keep Soil Consistently Moist; Avoid Waterlogging
Soil pH
6.5 – 7
Temperature
-50° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Aug 9, 2019 by Clara Wagner (cc-by-sa)
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