Plant Type: Herbaceous
Climate Zones: Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7
Light Levels: Part Shade, Shade
Water Needs: Moderate
Maintenance Needs: Low
Season of Interest: Fall, Spring
Average Height: 12-18"
Soil Type: Moist Tolerant
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil Drainage: Moist
Attract Wildlife: Attracts Pollinators
Tolerances: Deer Resistant, Juglone Tolerant
Native Plants: Northeastern U.S. Native
Colors: White
Other: Nice Fall Foliage, Northeastern U.S. Native, Pollinator Attracting
Gillenia stipulata, also known as Bowman’s root, is a charming perennial that features delicate white flowers in May and lush green foliage that turns attractive shades in the fall. This low-maintenance native plant thrives in moist, shaded areas, making it an excellent choice for woodland gardens or naturalistic landscapes.