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Known for its delicate, fern-like foliage that resembles a Maidenhair Fern or Columbine, this native perennial adds a soft, airy texture to any shaded garden. It is one of the first plants to emerge in the spring. The dioecious plant grows either male, or female or female flowers on separate plants. The male plants produce dangling, tassel-like yellow stamens that look like tiny chandeliers. The female plants tend to maintain a more upright appearance and are greenish-white flowers with pale purple pistils. This understated beauty is perfect for gardeners who appreciate intricate details and fine foliage.
Sun Exposure Part Shade to Full Shade
Water Needs Medium; prefers consistent moisture
Soil Type Rich, moist, well-drained Loam or Sandy soils
Mature Height 1 to 2 feet
Deer Resistance High
Bloom Time April – May
Bloom color White
Plant Spacing 10 - 12 inches
Lacy Foliage: The blue-green, compound leaves remain attractive throughout the growing season, providing a beautiful contrast to broader-leaved plants like Wild Ginger.
Wind Pollinated: Because it relies on the wind rather than insects for pollination, its flowers have a unique, hanging structure designed to catch the spring breeze. It is best to plant several plants near each other since seed production is dependent on the wind.
Non-Aggressive: A polite clump-forming plant that fits perfectly into a rock garden or as an accent along a woodland path.
Host Plant: Serves as a food source for several specialized moth species, including the Pink-Tinted Beauty.
Black Walnut Tolerant
Known for its delicate, fern-like foliage that resembles a Maidenhair Fern or Columbine, this native perennial adds a soft, airy texture to any shaded garden. It is one of the first plants to emerge in the spring. The dioecious plant grows either male, or female or female flowers on separate plants. The male plants produce dangling, tassel-like yellow stamens that look like tiny chandeliers. The female plants tend to maintain a more upright appearance and are greenish-white flowers with pale purple pistils. This understated beauty is perfect for gardeners who appreciate intricate details and fine foliage.
Sun Exposure Part Shade to Full Shade
Water Needs Medium; prefers consistent moisture
Soil Type Rich, moist, well-drained Loam or Sandy soils
Mature Height 1 to 2 feet
Deer Resistance High
Bloom Time April – May
Bloom color White
Plant Spacing 10 - 12 inches
Lacy Foliage: The blue-green, compound leaves remain attractive throughout the growing season, providing a beautiful contrast to broader-leaved plants like Wild Ginger.
Wind Pollinated: Because it relies on the wind rather than insects for pollination, its flowers have a unique, hanging structure designed to catch the spring breeze. It is best to plant several plants near each other since seed production is dependent on the wind.
Non-Aggressive: A polite clump-forming plant that fits perfectly into a rock garden or as an accent along a woodland path.
Host Plant: Serves as a food source for several specialized moth species, including the Pink-Tinted Beauty.
Black Walnut Tolerant