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Podophyllum Kaleidoscope

Hybrid mayapple, Asian mayapple (Podophyllum 'Kaleidoscope') poe-doe-FY-lum Genus:  Podophyllum As the cultivar name suggests, the leaves of ‘Kaleidoscope’ have distinctive markings, which can range in color from silver to light green to nearly black. Maroon flowers bloom in early summer. This plant is mostly evergreen. The plant's growth habit is umbrella-like. -Sylvia Matlock, Regional Picks: Northwest, Fine Gardening issue #127 Noteworthy Characteristics:  Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested. Care:  Moist, well-drained soil. Remove tattered leaves when new growth emerges in spring. Problems:  Mayapples tend to rot easily,

Overview

Height 1 ft. to 3 ft. Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft. Growth Habit Clumps Growth Pace Slow Grower Light Part Shade to Full Shade Moisture Medium Moisture Characteristics Showy Foliage Bloom Time Early Summer, Late Spring, Spring, Summer Flower Color Brown, Purple Foliage Color Colorful/Burgundy Foliage Uses Container, Beds and Borders Style Shade, Woodland Garden Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Type Perennials

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