How to Grow and Care for Mukdenia

Mukdenia thrives in partial to full shade environments and prefers well-drained soil, remaining consistently moist but not waterlogged. Special care includes protecting mukdenia from harsh afternoon sunlight and ensuring that the soil remains evenly moist to prevent wilting. Regular mulching helps in retaining soil moisture and maintaining optimal growth conditions. This plant is generally low-maintenance, making it suitable for gardeners of all experience levels.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun

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Planting and Growing Mukdenia

Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Partial sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	5.5-6.5
Hardiness Zones	4-8

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Types of Mukdenia

Perennial fan hands

The Mukdenia rossii is an herbaceous plant native to China and Korea that is part of the saxifrage family. It is commonly called perennial fan hands and blooms white flowers during spring.

Perennial fan hands 'Karasuba'

Perennial fan hands 'Karasuba' grows two-toned leaves, differing sharply from its solid-green ancestry. Instead, the foliage is green around the stem and fades to deep red at the leaf margins. It's a Mukdenia rossii cultivar whose name, "Karasuba," honors its region of origin.

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