| | | Family | Rosaceae | | Plant Type | herbaceous perennial | | Zone | USDA: 4a - 8b RHS: H EGF: H1 - H4 Australia: 1 - 2 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 0.6 - 1.2 m (2 - 4 ft) | | Spread | 45 - 90 cm (1.5 - 3 ft) | | Light | full sun to partial shade | | Soil Moisture | average, well-drained | | Soil Type | | | Soil pH | | | | Description | The herbaceous perennial Porteranthus trifoliata (bowman's root) bears showy blossoms during late spring to mid-summer. | | Special Characteristics | In the fall, Porteranthus trifoliata offers a beautiful display of autumn colour. | | |