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Linnaea borealis

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Linnaea borealis

Common Name: Twinflower

Twinflower is a low-growing, trailing perennial with delicate, pale pink bell-shaped flowers that bloom in early summer. It only reaches heights of about 6 inches and may be easy to miss when not in bloom. It thrives in cool, shaded forests, particularly in coniferous and mixed woodlands with moist, well-drained, acidic soils. Twinflower is an excellent ground cover for woodland gardens, supporting pollinators and maintaining soil stability in shaded, naturalized landscapes.

Characteristics

Type	Forb
Sun	Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade
Soil	Clay, Loam, Sand/Gravel, Peat, Calcareous
Moisture	Dry, Mesic, Wet
Average Max Height (inches)	6
Suggested Plant Spacing (inches)	6
Bloom month(s)	June, July, August
Bloom Color or Type	Pink, Violet
Dominance	Low

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Sowing Information

For most homeowners, the recommended method is to hand-broadcast seed at a minimum rate of 16–64 PLS (Pure Live Seed) ounces per acre. To ensure even coverage, broadcast the seed in perpendicular passes across the site. Grass seed should be broadcast first and lightly raked into the soil. Afterward, apply a light mulch layer using clean, seed-free straw or, preferably, our native Little Bluestem straw, available at our retail garden centers. Once mulching is complete, broadcast native wildflower seed over the area without raking it in. A good rainfall or thorough watering will provide sufficient soil contact for successful germination.

Planting Information

Dig a hole in your planting site slightly larger than the plant’s root system. When placing the plant into the hole, ensure that the soil line remains consistent with its original level in the pot. Fill in around the roots with the excavated soil, gently firming it to eliminate air pockets. Water the plant thoroughly the same day to promote successful establishment.

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