Category: Seminum | Sub-Category: Wildflowers
Scientific Name (Genus/Species): Gillenia trifoliata
Family: (Rosaceae)
(P) to 4′. Bowman’s Root. A native of eastern North America and a favourite of ours whether planted in our Woodland or Flower Garden. In mid-summer, sprays of starry, white, five-petalled flowers adorn wiry red stems enhancing the finely serrated green foliage. Attractive red calyces persist after petals fall. Sun/partial shade. 3 & 6