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Aegopodium podagraria

Family Apiaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 15 - 45 cm (6 - 18 in)
Spread 0.3 - 1.8 m (1 - 6 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH neutral

Description The herbaceous perennial Aegopodium podagraria (bishop's goutweed) bears white and fragrant blooms during mid-summer. The showy matte foliage is medium green and faded green in colour, medium in texture and fragrant.
Typical Uses Ground cover.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Aegopodium podagraria (bishop's goutweed) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Aegopodium podagraria (bishop's goutweed) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.