PatternBaseButcher's Broom
Ruscus aculeatus, Asparagaceae
Zones
6–9
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow
Guild Roles
ProducerGround CoverBeneficial Insect Habitat
Growing Conditions
Sun
Partial Shade (preferred)Full Shade (preferred)
Water
Low (established)Moderate (seedling)
Soil pH
6 – 8
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Uses
Functions
Evergreen GroundcoverShade ToleranceErosion ControlTraditional Crafts
Edible Parts
Young Shoots
Medicinal Uses
Circulation ImprovementVaricose VeinsHemorrhoidsDiuretic
Common Questions
What zones does Butcher's Broom grow in?
Butcher's Broom grows in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 9.
What are good companion plants for Butcher's Broom?
Good companions for Butcher's Broom include Hogweed, Black Bryony, Stinking Hellebore.
Design guilds with Butcher's Broom and see companion relationships visually.
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