Mitchella reptans - Partridgeberry

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Mitchella reptans (Partridgeberry) is a U.S. Northeast native herbaceous broadleaf perennial evergreen that is mat-forming in the shade. With dark green leaves, small white flowers, and bright red berries, its a must-have in any shade garden. It likes medium, well-drained soils in part to full shade.



Common Name: partridge berry  
Type: Broadleaf evergreen
Family: Rubiaceae
Native Range: North America
Zone: 3 to 8
Height: 0.00 to 0.25 feet
Spread: 0.50 to 1.00 feet
Bloom Time: May to July
Bloom Description: White
Sun: Part shade to full shade
Water: Medium
Maintenance: Low
Suggested Use: Ground Cover, Naturalize
Flower: Showy, Fragrant
Leaf: Colorful
Fruit: Showy, Edible
Other: Winter Interest
Tolerate: Heavy Shade, Dry Soil

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