Prosartes maculata
yellow mandarin
A rhizomatous herbaceous perennial producing dense clumps of upright stems, up to 80cm tall, sparsely-clothed in oval, pointed leaves. Spidery, white flowers with small, purple spots are produced at the stem tips in ones or twos, in late spring and early summer, followed by orange-red berries
Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.5–1 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | White | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | White | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | Red | ||
| Winter |
Position
- Partial shade
Aspect
West–facing or North–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Liliaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Prosartes are herbaceous perennials, arising from short rhizomes, with upright stems bearing alternate leaves and hanging, white or greenish-yellow flowers in pairs or small clusters
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- E North America
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil in semi-shade
Propagation
Propagate by seed sown in containers in autumn, or by division in early spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Underplanting of roses and shrubs
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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