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Claytonia virginica

Family Portulacaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level high, challenging, suitable for experienced gardeners.
Height 15 - 20 cm (6 - 8 in)
Spread 15 - 20 cm (6 - 8 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH neutral

Description The herbaceous perennial Claytonia virginica (spring beauty) produces showy and bi-coloured white and pink blossoms during mid-spring. This plant has foliage that is dark green in colour.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, lawn, mass planting, naturalization, wild flower and woodland.
Cautions Depending upon your local conditions, Claytonia virginica (spring beauty) may be invasive.