Maiden flower, Patrinia triloba, is a woodland perennial, native to Japan. It forms a carpet of astrantia-like green leaves, from which clusters of small yellow flowers appear on short stems in summer. It’s perfect for filling gaps in a partially shaded or woodland border, or adding a splash of colour to a shady corner.
Grow Patrinia triloba in moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Cut back after flowering.
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Patrinia and wildlife
Patrinia has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
