European Ginger (Asarum arifolium)

 

European Ginger: Asarum arifolium, previously Hexastylis arifolia, is the standard European ginger. Despite its reference to Europe, this evergreen species is a native North American perennial that originated in the humid forests of the southeast.

 

Besides European Ginger, here are a few additional common names for this adorable evergreen plant:

• ●     Arrowhead Wild Ginger
• ●     Heartleaf Ginger
• ●     Heartleaf Wild Ginger
• ●     Little Brown Jugs
• ●     Green Valentine

 

TN Nursery recommends this plant in the mid-south and midwest's moderate planting zones.

 

European Ginger Is an Excellent Shade Garden Ground Cover

 

Finding the best plants for a shade garden can be challenging--European Ginger is one pretty perennial that flourishes in the deepest shade.

 

It loves moist soil that drains well. It is happiest when it beds down in plenty of organic material. When you plant European ginger, add a generous scoop of mulch, grass clippings, peat moss, or shredded leaves. It loves these materials.

 

The Lovely Green Foliage Makes European Ginger a Popular Choice

 

European Ginger is a favorite of TN Nursery customers who need to add profuse greenery to a shady spot.

 

The foliage is impressive. Each leaf can measure as much as six inches long and wide. Some gardeners describe the shape of the leaf as a blunt, rounded arrowhead. But others explain that it makes an abstract heart shape. The leaves have veins that create a crackled or leathery appearance.

 

The plant produces tiny, light burgundy to brown, jug-shaped flowers with a soft, peach fuzz texture. However, these are fairy blossoms--so small that the many leaves tend to conceal them.

 

During the middle to end of summer, European Ginger will produce tiny berries. They are inedible to humans, but your backyard birds will enjoy harvesting them.

 

Order Your European Ginger From TN Nursery Today

 

TN Nursery suggests European Ginger for the deepest, shadiest yards where few perennials grow. This evergreen will add the color you desire--place your order today.

 

 

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  European Ginger 3 For $11.99

  Posted by Kelley Yeats on Sep 25, 2022

  I received my order from you in only four days-record time. All of the plants were in excellent shape, and looked to have been dug up minutes before they were shipped. I am really happy to have found your company! I took a chance, now I have my new source. I will definitely be a repeat customer. Thank you for a job well done.

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  ARROW-LEAF GINGER

  Posted by Scarlett Brown on Jan 13, 2022

  Received a beautiful and healthy plant. Packaged and delivered with care..

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  Arrow-leaf ginger

  Posted by Valery Hardy on Aug 19, 2020

  Arrived in excellent shape, leaves on short stems were still green. This in spite of hundred degree weather in Texas.

• 5

  Arrow-leaf Ginger

  Posted by Penny Byers on Aug 27, 2019

  These arrived in great shape and packaged nicely. I got them planted.. Can't wait to see what they look like in the spring.

• 5

  Arrow-leaf Ginger

  Posted by Barry McCollough on Aug 22, 2019

  Great looking plant

• 5

  Arrow-leaf Ginger

  Posted by Edna Howard on Aug 15, 2019

  These are so remarkable. Got a lot of compliments on them. Very easy to grow and care for.

• 5

  Arrow-leaf Ginger

  Posted by Billie Neal on Aug 15, 2019

  Looks great in my gardens! Very pleased with this plant.

• 5

  Good quality

  Posted by Jerimiah Simpson on Mar 31, 2017

  Healhty, and plants are small but have lots of roots

• 5

  Dense grower

  Posted by Zander McCullough on Mar 31, 2017

  Grow thick and dark green, looks good as a border plant

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