Mayapple is an American native, which makes is particularly useful in a habitat garden. At 12-18 inches, it does well in a woodland setting with moist soil, where it will naturalize.
![]() Mayapple's leaves are folded like umbrellas in spring, followed by flowers in summer, and berries in fall. |
Deeply lobed leaves emerge in spring folded in umbrella fashion. After they spread out, white flowers appear and are followed in autumn by rounded fruits.
Mayapple Quick Facts
Common Name: Mayapple
Type of Plant: Perennial
Growing Zones for Mayapple: Hardy to zone 4
Growing Conditions for Mayapple: Moist soil
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