Groundcovers for shade
Some of our prettiest native wildlfowers form spreading groundcovers in the shade.
Wood sorrel (Oxalis oregana) •Dry shade
•Spreading, fast growing
•Easy to establish
•Full shade
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Inside-out flower(Vancouveria hexandra) •Dry shade
•Spreading, fast growing
•Easy to establish
•Shade or part sun
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Wild ginger (Asarum caudatum) •Moist shade
•Attractive glossy, dark green heart-shaped leaves
•Prominent, intricate vein pattern
•Striking, unusual dark purple flowers
•Shade and partial shade
•Crushed leaves give off a spicy scent
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Bunchberry (Cornus unalaschkensis) •Moist shade
•Showy white blossoms (“flower petals” are actually enlarged bracts)
•Bright red edible berries
•Spreads slowly
•Prefers organic soil
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