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Herbaceous Perennial

Circaea lutetiana

enchanter's nightshade

A prennial with erect stems to 70cm tall bearing oval leaves 4-10cm long. Spikes bearing tiny, 4-8mm, white flowers are borne above the foliage in summer

Other common names
bindweed nightshade
enchantress's nightshade
see moremandrake
llysiau steffan
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Clay
Loam
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green
Summer White Green
Autumn Green
Winter
Position
  • Full shade
  • Partial shade
Aspect

North–facing or South–facing or East–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H6
Botanical details
Family
Onagraceae
Native to GB / Ireland
Yes
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Columnar upright
Name status

Correct

How to grow

Cultivation

Grows well in moist, rich soils in full or partial shade; provides ground cover in woodland but has the potential to become a nuisance in gardens spreading by means of persistent stolons

Propagation

Propagate by seed

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Ground cover
Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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