Asarum fauriei var takaoi Ginba 8b that's lived in the shadow

that's lived in the shadow of its more popular relative

soils that stay slightly moist to average are fine

except that Amorphophallus yuloensis is perched on a shorter stalk (4")

wiry black stems

It will respond with new shoots and fresh flowers up to frost

Asarum fauriei var takaoi Ginba 8b that's lived in the shadowAsarum fauriei var. takaoi 'Ginba' is one of the plant collectors' prizes in the wild ginger world. This classic selection of Japanese Asarum fauriei var. takaoi boasts 2" wide, round, solid pewter leaves that overlap to form a tight 2" tall x 8" wide, very slow growing, dwarf clump. In late winter, the small dark maroon flowers are hidden just below the evergreen foliage a highly prized specimen for a special place in the woodland garden.