Height:
20–45 cm
Ecological Functions:
- Dynamic accumulator (iron, potassium)
- Early season growth = first cover after winter
- Soil cooling in summer
- Edible perennial
- Hardy, fills ecological gaps
Best Placement:
- Under apples, pears, plums, feijoa
- Moist mid-/lower-slope areas
- Part-shade or dappled light
- In reclaimed areas after blackberry removal
Pairs Best With:
- Apple, Pear, Plum
- Persimmon, Feijoa, Elderberry
- Walnut & Chestnut (shade tolerant)
Suitability:
Outstanding cool temperate perennial.