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Sanguinaria f. multiplex Plena

Double flowering Bloodroot

Solitary, fully double, white flowers emerge amongst the unfolded, kidney-shaped, green foliage.

  • »  AKA Sanguinaria canadensis 'Flore Pleno'
  • »  Rhizomatous, woodland, perennial
  • »  Solitary, fully double, white flowers
  • »  One of the first flowers to appear
  • »  Flowers last longer than the species
  • »  Flowers often emerge through the unfolded leafs
  • »  Green, variably lobed, heart to kidney-shaped leaves
  • »  Bloom Time: Early spring
  • »  Flower Size: 7 cm

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  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:3
  • Height:15-20 cm
  • Spread:20-30 cm
  • Bloom Color: White
Exposure
• Full Shade
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Slow
Attributes
• Low Maintenance
Flowering Time
• Early Spring
Habit
• Spreading
Foliage Color
• Green
Landscape uses
• Border/edging
• Naturalizing
• Rock garden
• Woodland/woods edge
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Sanguinaria f. multiplex 'Plena'

  • The rhizomes release a red sap when cut, giving rise to the common name bloodroot.
  • Very slow-growing rhizome approx. 5-7 centimetres a year.
  • Double-flowering bloodroot differs from the species in that it is sterile, therefore, propagation is only achieved by dividing the rhizomes.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Sanguinaria f. multiplex 'Plena'

Grows best in an average to moist, well-drained, fertile soil in partial to full shade. Thrives in some sun where soils remain consistently moist. Foliage often disappears by late summer.

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