Saururus cernuus Hertford Streaker Asarum I assumed for years that

I assumed for years that these would not thrive in our heat and humidity after seeing them in full glory in the upper Midwest

usually the only maintenance needed by this Bird of Paradise is to trim out any stems that have been killed by winter's cold

but unless you want this for historical sake

Bletilla 'First Kiss' is a vigorous grower that will quickly make a colony when grown in rich

Hosta 'Risky Business'

Saururus cernuus Hertford Streaker Asarum I assumed for years thatSaururus cernuus is a North American native perennial, found in swampy bogs from Canada south to Texas and, although quite beautiful, it can be an aggressive spreader. I was thrilled to receive this much more controlled, variegated form, from our friend, local naturalist Jesse Perry, who discovered it Hertford, NC. Plant Delights JLBG were pleased to subsequently introduce Saururus cernuus 'Hertford Streaker' in 2014. It's right at home in moist