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Partridgeberry


Partridgeberry
Mitchella repans

In the north country, Partridgeberry can be found scattered in small mats over extensive areas of the forest floor. The leaves are paired, glossy, and evergreen. Fruit is a single red berry.

Requirements:

Soil Type - Well drained, humus rich, sandy loam
Soil pH - Neutral
Water - Moist to Dry
Light - Full shade

Characteristics:

Height - 1 - 2 in.
Time of Bloom - June - July
Flower colors - 4 petaled, white or pink flowers, paired on end of stem
Propagation - Division, slow spreading creeper
Transplants - Easy

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Feb. 17, 2009 - Canton, NY
Partridgeberry in snow
Partridgeberry