Aegopodium P. 'Variegatum' (Snow On The Mountain)

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Aegopodium podagraria ‘Variegatum’, commonly known as Snow on the Mountain, is a fast-spreading variegated groundcover valued for its bright green leaves edged in creamy white and its ability to thrive in difficult, shaded areas. It is often used where quick coverage and bold foliage contrast are needed.

Key Characteristics and Benefits


Foliage & Color: Attractive green leaves with crisp white margins that brighten shaded spaces.



Season of Interest: Ornamental foliage from spring through fall.



Growth Habit: Low-growing, spreading perennial that forms dense colonies.



Problem Solver: Excellent for shade, dry shade, slopes, and under trees.



Size: Typically reaches 8–12 in tall and spreads aggressively by rhizomes.



Care and Requirements


Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–8



Light: Full shade to partial shade (tolerates sun with adequate moisture)



Soil: Adaptable to most soils; prefers moist, well-drained conditions



Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established



Maintenance: Low, but containment is recommended due to vigorous spread



Tolerance: Deer resistant and tolerant of poor soils



Note: Can be invasive in ideal conditions; best used in contained or controlled areas



Summary:
‘Variegatum’ Snow on the Mountain is a reliable groundcover for tough sites, ideal for shaded borders, naturalized areas, slopes, and erosion control, where bold foliage and rapid coverage are desired.

Plant type

Perennial

Height

12''

Width

18"

Hardiness zones

3–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Fast

Bloom time

Summer

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Green, White

Soil

Loamy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Container, Groundcover

Shape

Spreading

Drought tolerant

No