Gillenia (Bowman's Root)

Bowman's Root is an American wildflower from the Northeast growing south to Alabama. Terminal clusters of thready, white blossoms about 1 inch across on bushy plants with compound leaves bloom in late spring to early summer.

Gillenia trifoliata (Porteranthus) • Zone 4

Small white to pinkish starry flowers appear on wiry reddish stems over serrated, mid-green foliage that gives the plant an airy look. This variety will remain attractive even after flowering thanks to the persisting dark red bracts.

Great For:

Accent perennial or cut flower
Naturalized woodland & perennial borders

Height: 2-3' Width: 3-5'

Blooms: White (Summer) Fall Color: Red

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PLANT CARE INFORMATION

Sun Exposure: 4-6+ hours Soil Type: Moist, Sandy Feeding: Plant-tone

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