Partridge Berry

Partridge Berry

Mitchella repens

 

Description: This tiny ground cover has oval evergreen leaves and bright red berries all winter.
Propagation: Root cuttings in fall at leaf nodes
Initial bloom (month and week): June W4
Garden name: Shady Woodland Garden
Color of flower: White
Height: 2-4″
Spread: 12″
Family: Rubiaceae 
Soil type: Acidic woodland soil
Soil moisture: Medium to dry
Light: Shade to part shade
Zone: 3-8

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