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Other common names liverleaf crystal wort
ivy flower liver balsam liver moss
Synonyms Hepatica triloba Anemone hepatica
Family Ranunculaceae
Genus Hepatica are small, clump-forming perennials with 3 to 5-lobed, semi-evergreen leaves and anemone-like, blue, violet, pink or white flowers in early spring
Details H. nobilis is a slow-growing herbaceous perennial to 10cm, with kidney-shaped, three-lobed leaves, often with silvery marbling above, and solitary violet or purple flowers with conspicuous white stamens
Plant range Europe Asia Japan
Foliage Semi-evergreen
Habit Clump-forming
Hardiness
All ratings refer to the UK growing conditions unless otherwise stated. Minimum temperature ranges (in degrees C) are shown in brackets
H6
Partial Shade
Aspect East-facing or South-facing or West-facing
Exposure Exposed or Sheltered
Chalk
Clay
Loam
Sand
MoistureMoist but well-drained
SoilChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
pHAlkaline, Neutral
Ultimate height Up to 10 cm
Ultimate spread 0-0.1 metre
Time to ultimate height 2-5 years
Cultivation Grows well in humus-rich soils and thrives in heavier soils. Top dress annually in autumn with leaf mould. Resent root disturbance
Propagation Propagate by seed sown in an open frame, as soon as ripe, or by division in spring. Transplants and divisions are slow to establish
Suggested planting locations and garden types Underplanting of Roses and Shrubs Flower borders and beds Garden Edging City & Courtyard Gardens Cottage & Informal Garden Rock Garden Patio & Container Plants
Pruning No pruning required
Pests Slugs and snails may be a problem with young growth
Diseases Generally disease free
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