did you know?

Goutweed spreads by underground, horizontal stems called rhizomes. Strawberries and German irises also grow from rhizomes.

general maintenance:

Remove old foliage in spring. Goutweed can spread aggressively; control this by removing plants on perimeter of planting. Divide in spring or fall to increase plants.

how to sow/plant:

Plant in spring or fall in a partly shady to sunny site. Set plants at the same depth they were in pots, spacing 12 to 18 inches apart. Water after planting, and mulch to conserve moisture.

water and fertilize:

Maintain soil moisture all season.

garden hint:

Plant variegated goutweed where it has room to spread. It can be difficult to eliminate once established.

features:

• Drought Tolerant
• Shade Tolerant

garden uses:

• Ground Cover
• Shade Woodland Garden

other uses:

combine with:

woodland shrubs and trees as a ground cover; goutweed tends to choke out other perennials.