Bride's bonnet
Clintonia uniflora
- Liliaceae
- Monocot
- Perennial
- Forb/herb
About Bride's bonnet
Bride's bonnet is a delightful native wildflower that brings quiet elegance to shaded garden corners. Its delicate white flowers nod gracefully on thin stems, earning the romantic name that makes people smile. Birds and pollinators love visiting these pretty blooms, and once established, the plant spreads gently to create a charming groundcover. It's a perennial, so it comes back year after year without replanting, rewarding you with reliable beauty.
This woodland native prefers cool, moist spots with shade or dappled light, much like the forest floor where it naturally grows. Give it rich soil if you can, keep it from drying out completely, and let it settle in without fussing. Bride's bonnet is wonderfully low-maintenance once happy in its spot. Plant it among ferns or under trees, and enjoy watching it flourish with minimal effort.