HEPATICA AMERICANA / ROUND-LOBED HEPATICA

HEPATICA AMERICANA / ROUND-LOBED HEPATICA

A Native Woodland Perennial with Delicate Early Spring Flowers

Hepatica americana, commonly known as Round-Lobed Hepatica, is a native perennial prized for its charming early spring flowers in shades of blue, lavender, or white, and its distinctive rounded basal leaves. Thriving in partial to full shade with well-drained, humus-rich soils, Round-Lobed Hepatica adds subtle beauty, texture, and ecological value to woodland gardens, shaded borders, and naturalized landscapes. Its low-growing habit makes it perfect for underplanting trees and shrubs or adding early-season interest to garden beds.

Why Choose Round-Lobed Hepatica?

Early Bloomer: Brings one of the first bursts of color in spring.
Wildlife Friendly: Flowers attract early pollinators, including bees.
Ornamental & Textured: Rounded basal leaves and delicate blooms enhance woodland plantings.
Low Maintenance: Hardy, long-lived, and well-adapted to shaded, naturalized gardens.

Key Features:

Foliage Color: Green, rounded basal leaves that may persist into winter.
Flower Color: Blue, lavender, or white blooms in early spring.
Height and Spread: Typically grows 4–8 inches tall and 6–12 inches wide.
Hardiness: Hardy to USDA Zones 3–7.
Sunlight: Prefers partial to full shade.
Soil Requirements: Well-drained, humus-rich soils; tolerates loam and slightly acidic conditions.

Specifications:

Plant Size: 4–8 inches tall, 6–12 inches wide.
Growth Habit: Low, clump-forming perennial with basal leaves and early spring flowers.
Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–7.
Flowering: Early spring with blue, lavender, or white blooms.

Ideal Uses:

Woodland & Shade Gardens: Perfect for naturalized plantings beneath trees and shrubs.
Rock Gardens & Borders: Adds early-season color and delicate texture in shaded areas.
Naturalized Landscapes: Enhances woodland and shaded garden environments.
Pollinator Gardens: Supports early-emerging bees and other pollinators.

Round-Lobed Hepatica is a delicate and ecologically valuable native perennial. Its early spring blooms, charming rounded foliage, and woodland adaptability make it an excellent choice for shaded gardens, naturalized landscapes, and early-season pollinator support.