The Story
Plant Bio
Asarum maximum, commonly known as maximum wild ginger, is a low-growing perennial with broad, heart-shaped, dark green foliage and small, bell-shaped, brownish-purple flowers that often emerge close to the ground.
'Green Panda' is a selection of Panda Face Ginger noted for its large, glossy, heart-shaped evergreen leaves. It produces fascinating, large, ground-level flowers that are black-purple with a distinct white ring, resembling a panda's face.
Uses & Benefits:
Essentials
At a Glance
Plant Type
Perennial
Height
6 inches
Width
12 inches
Light
Partial Sun, Shade
Zones
6, 7, 8, 9
Water
Moist
Humidity
High
Lifespan
Perennial
Native To
China
Toxicity
Toxic, contains aristolochic acid
Bloom period
Early spring – Mid-spring
In flower about 2 months of the year
Planting
How to Grow
- Tuck seeds or cuttings into moist soil in early spring.
- Mist cuttings regularly to maintain humidity.
- Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
- Provide filtered shade for optimal growth.
- Mulch around plants to retain moisture.
- Fertilize lightly in early spring to promote healthy foliage.
Pro Tip
Ensure well-draining, moist soil and shaded location for best results.
Keep It Thriving
Care Guide
Do
- Water regularly to keep soil moist 🌱
- Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds 🌱
- Prune dead leaves in early spring 🌱
Don't
- Avoid direct sunlight which can scorch leaves ❌
- Do not let soil dry out completely ❌
- Refrain from over-fertilizing to prevent leaf burn ❌
Seasonal Care Calendar
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Watch Out For
Pests & Diseases
Common Pests
Common Diseases
In the Garden
Landscape Uses & Companions
Landscape Uses
Multiply
Propagation Methods
Good to Know
Common Questions
Green Panda Ginger questions
What zones can Green Panda Ginger grow in?
Green Panda Ginger is hardy in USDA Zones 6–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.
Is Green Panda Ginger deer resistant?
Yes — Green Panda Ginger is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.
When does Green Panda Ginger bloom?
Green Panda Ginger typically blooms in early spring through mid-spring. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.
Does Green Panda Ginger need full sun?
Green Panda Ginger does best in part shade.
More Asarum to compare
Arrowleaf Ginger
Asarum arifolium 'Spreading Form'
Cahaba River Wild Ginger
Asarum shuttleworthii 'Cahaba River'
Canadian Wild Ginger
Asarum canadense
Asteroid Sixlobed Wild Ginger
Asarum hexalobum 'Asteroid'
Faurie's Wild Ginger
Asarum fauriei 'Galaxy'
Harper's Wild Ginger
Asarum harperi 'Eco Dark Heartlet'
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