Micranthes nelsoniana (Heartleaf Saxifrage)

Plant Description: Lobed, heart shaped leaves with upright stems and clustered white flowers. Grows in clumps via rhizome. Perennial. 

• Height: 6"-1.5ft
• Width: 1ft
• Watering needs: moist-wet
• Sun needs: shade, can tolerate sun
• Soil needs: moist, well-draining to dry, rocky; prefers rich acidic
• Bloom Time: June-Aug
• Portland Plant List (Backyard Habitat Certification): No

Landscape Use and Ecological Function: Heartleaf saxifrage thrives in moist, part sun/part shade, such as wet woodlands and moist streambanks. We recommend this plant for pond edges and wet woodland gardens.