Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Ericaceae

Genus:

Chimaphila

Species:

Chimaphila menziesii

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Subshrub

Height:

6 in - 1 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

White, Pink, Green

Evergreen Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Canada: British Columbia

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

acidic, well-drained, humus-rich soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

prefers shaded forest understory

Germination Information