Plant Pest-Proof, Perennial Bloodroot in Your Garden

Reader Contribution by Barry Glick and Sunshine Farm And Gardens
Published on August 13, 2015
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Yes, the commonly used name for our beloved, early spring, native wildflower Sanguinaria canadensis is “bloodroot.” This makes perfect sense, as a break in the surface of the plant, especially the roots, reveals a reddish, bloodlike sap. Bloodroot was once used as a dye and as an herbal remedy by early Native Americans. Sanguinaria canadensis is native to every state in the U.S. and to every Canadian province east of the Rockies. Consequently, it’s considered hardy down to Zone 3.

Planting Bloodroot

And what an easy plant it is to grow! Bloodroot is best planted in average, well-drained soils in part to full shade. It will also do fine with some sun, and seems to grow just as well in drier soils.

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