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Mitella diphylla

bishop's cap

Bishop's cap has soft, fuzzy leaves and miniscule, delicate flowers with highly dissected petals radiating out from a central point, reminiscent of snowflakes. It is best planted with low-growing and delicate-looking plants.

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Height: 8-16 in
Spread: 4-8 in
Hardiness Zone: 4-8


Bloom Color: White

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Part Shade
• Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average
• Wet
Ecoregion
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
Ornamental Interest
• Spring Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Bees
• Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Tolerance
• Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
• Groundcover
• Naturalize
• Massing
Growth Habit
• Spreading/Suckering


North American Distribution


bishop's cap - Mitella diphylla from Native Plant Trust
bishop's cap - Mitella diphylla from Native Plant Trust
bishop's cap - Mitella diphylla from Native Plant Trust
bishop's cap - Mitella diphylla from Native Plant Trust