Product description
Often called Bowman's Root, Gillenia trifoliata is a spectacular, shrub-like herbaceous perennial that provides visual interest for three seasons. It smothers its distinct reddish stems in a cloud of delicate, starry white flowers in summer, before the fresh green foliage turns a blazing, fiery red and orange colour in the autumn.
Settle the woody crown into deep, rich loam on the edge of a woodland border where it receives partial, dappled sunlight. It is notoriously slow to establish and actively resents root disturbance; you must be incredibly patient during its first year, keeping it consistently moist while it builds its permanent underground network.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Bowman's Root
Gillenia trifoliata
Gillenia trifoliata
Product description
Often called Bowman's Root, Gillenia trifoliata is a spectacular, shrub-like herbaceous perennial that provides visual interest for three seasons. It smothers its distinct reddish stems in a cloud of delicate, starry white flowers in summer, before the fresh green foliage turns a blazing, fiery red and orange colour in the autumn.
Settle the woody crown into deep, rich loam on the edge of a woodland border where it receives partial, dappled sunlight. It is notoriously slow to establish and actively resents root disturbance; you must be incredibly patient during its first year, keeping it consistently moist while it builds its permanent underground network.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Give your plants the best start
Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Be incredibly patient with Gillenia trifoliata during its first year in the ground, as it often looks completely inactive while it focuses all its energy on building a massive root system.
How to Water
Provide consistent, even hydration to help the roots of Gillenia trifoliata settle comfortably into their permanent home. While it becomes quite drought-tolerant with age, regular watering ensures the delicate white flowers and fresh green foliage perform at their absolute peak. Never let the earth turn into a stagnant, soggy puddle that suffocates the roots.
How to Plant
Settle Gillenia trifoliata into a spot with partial to light shade and deep, rich loam. Take your time carefully positioning the woody crown, as it is notoriously slow to establish and actively resents being disturbed once planted. Give it plenty of room to slowly widen into its mature, permanent shrub-like structure.
