# How to Grow Erigenia Bulbosa
Erigenia bulbosa is the botanical name for a perennial wildflower also known as harbinger-of-spring. It is native to North America and a member of the same plant family as carrots. It produces delicate white blooms with dark brown anthers during late winter or early spring. Erigenia bulbosa grows to a height of less than 1 foot and occurs naturally in shaded, woody sites. It performs well in almost any soil that retains even moisture.
Things You'll Need
- Spade
- Organic mulch
Instructions
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Gather Erigenia bulbosa seeds in middle spring to late spring, after they have dried completely.
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Prepare a planting site by removing weeds and grass. Loosen the soil 8 to 10 inches deep with a spade.
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Plant the seeds at a depth equal to 1/2 their length. Moisten the soil lightly right after planting. Continue to water the site when the top 1/2 inch of soil dries out.
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Spread 2 to 3 inches of organic mulch around the plants when they are 3 to 4 inches tall. This protects the roots, prevents weeds and eliminates the need for fertilizer, as nutrients are released when the mulch decomposes.
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Keep the soil lightly moist at all times, but avoid over-watering, which could lead to disease.
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Prune away damaged and unsightly leaves when you notice them.
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Cut the foliage of erigenia bulbosa back to soil level during summer.
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Renew the layer of mulch in early fall to ensure protection of the roots during winter months.
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