
Round-leaf wintergreen
Pyrola rotundifolia
Round-leaf wintergreen is a delicate, shade-loving woodland perennial that thrives in cool, humus-rich, acidic soil similar to a pine or birch forest floor. It is notoriously difficult to establish in cultivation and is best planted in a woodland garden with mycorrhizal fungi-rich substrate that mimics its natural habitat. Once settled, it produces beautiful nodding white flowers on slender stems and requires minimal intervention.
Care Level
High
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
10″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days During Dry Periods • Water Gently To Maintain Even Soil Moisture; Ensure Excellent Drainage To Prevent Root Rot
Soil pH
6.5 – 7
Temperature
-25° – 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 Jul 19, 2021 by Renaud Brochiero (cc-by-sa)
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