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Growing Hepatica (Liverleaf): Early Spring Woodland Jewel

Growing Hepatica nobilis

Pronunciation: heh-pat'-ih-kah

Hepatica is a diminutive (4″) perennial with 3-lobed, semi-evergreen leaves and starry pink, purple-blue, or white flowers in early spring. Perfect for border edges, spring paths, or under small trees.

Culture

Partial to full shade; well-drained soil. Water regularly in spring if dry. Average to rich soil; tolerates slightly acid to alkaline. Mulch annually with leaf mold or compost after flowering or in autumn.

Pests and Companions

Young growth may attract slugs/snails. Pair with Arisaema, Dicentra, ferns, Heuchera, or pulmonaria.

Division

Divide in spring after flowering; divisions need ample roots and time to settle.

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