Virginia Waterleaf

Hydrophyllum virginianum

$8.99

16 in stock - Inventory reflects the current availability and may change due to in-store purchases

Outdoor Plant Size

Virginia Waterleaf is a native woodland wildflower prized for its ability to spread gracefully beneath the shade of trees, forming a lush, low ground cover in naturalized plantings. Soft white to pale lavender flower clusters appear from spring into early summer, held above attractive lobed foliage marked with the pale blotches that give the plant its evocative common name. As a Great Lakes native, it supports native bees and butterflies while naturalizing readily with minimal care. It thrives in partial shade with moderate moisture and is notably tolerant of Juglone from black walnut trees—making it valuable under challenging conditions. A rewarding choice for native plant gardens and shaded woodland borders.

Mature Height: 12 - 18"

Mature Spread: 18 - 24"

Sunlight Exposure: Partial

Water Needs: Moderate

We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase and confident in your gardening experience. Plants in healthy condition may be returned within 14 days of purchase for a full refund. Non-plant items may also be returned within 14 days if unused and in original packaging. A receipt is required.

Please Note: Images on our website or tags may show plants at full maturity or in bloom. Actual plants may vary in size, maturity, and seasonal appearance at time of purchase.

We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase and confident in your gardening experience. Plants in healthy condition may be returned within 14 days of purchase for a full refund. Non-plant items may also be returned within 14 days if unused and in original packaging. A receipt is required.

Please Note: Images on our website or tags may show plants at full maturity or in bloom. Actual plants may vary in size, maturity, and seasonal appearance at time of purchase.

Plant Profile

Virginia Waterleaf

Sunlight Exposure

Partial

Water Needs

Moderate

Landscape Use

Ground Cover

Growth Rate

Moderate

Growth Shape

Upright

Flowering Season

Spring, Summer

Foliage Color

Green

Pest + Disease Resistance

No Resistance

Pollinator + Wildlife Support

Native (Great Lakes Region), Pollinator – Butterflies

Season of Interest

Spring

Fall Color

Green

Garden Performance & Beauty

None

Environmental Tolerances

Cold Tolerant, Juglone (Black Walnut) Tolerant

Winter Foliage

Deciduous

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