Mazus is a short groundcover that prefers being planted in the shade in Zone 8. Quick to fill in, it forms a dense mat of twisty green foliage with fingernail sized leaves. A great over-planting for bulbs.

Mini orchid-like spring flowers have three fingered petals with one curving upwards. Sports a white central leopard spotted highlight. Will tolerate some foot traffic. Mazus prefers moistue retentive soil.