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Bloodroot

Sanguinaria canadensis, Papaveraceae

Zones
3–8
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Beneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Shade (tolerated)Partial Shade (preferred)

Water

ModerateModerate

Soil pH

5.5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

American PersimmonDiospyros virginiana
Shade ProvisionNutrient Accumulation
Black CherryPrunus serotina
Shade ProvisionNutrient Accumulation
SpikenardAralia racemosa
Shade ProvisionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Wild GingerAsarum canadense

Both low-growing woodland plants compete for space and nutrients in similar ecological niches

Uses

Functions

Medicine

Common Questions

What zones does Bloodroot grow in?

Bloodroot grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Bloodroot?

Good companions for Bloodroot include American Persimmon, Black Cherry, Spikenard.

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