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Genus: Uvularia Species: grandiflora Common Name: Merrybells Family: Colchicaceae + Uvulariaceae Order: Liliales Native: Quebec to central United States Habit: Herbaceous Perennial Height: 1.5 to 2.5 feet Width: 1 to 1.5 feet Flowering Season: Early Spring Flower Color: Yellow Propagation: Seed or division Zone: 4-9 Note: This clump-forming plant has twisted tepals. Merrybells is suitable for woodland gardens, wild flower gardens, and shaded borders. Monitor plant for slugs. Prefers shady to Partly shady, moist, well-drained, organic-rich soil.