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Linnaea borealis

Family Caprifoliaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   2a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 5 - 12 cm (2 - 5 in)
Spread 30 - 90 cm (1 - 3 ft)
Light light shade to shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic

Description The herbaceous perennial Linnaea borealis (twinflower) bears showy, light pink and fragrant flowers during late spring to mid summer. The glossy foliage is medium green in colour, medium in texture and evergreen.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, container, edging, ground cover, mass planting, wild flower and woodland.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Linnaea borealis tolerates light foot traffic.