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Beginner
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1m
max. spread |
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1.5m
max. height |
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2-5 years
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2 hours care
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Botanical name: Darmera peltata
Other names: Umbrella plant, Indian rhubarb, Giant cup, Peltiphyllum peltatum
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Genus: Darmera
Species: D. peltata - D. peltata forms large, glossy, round leaves flushed red in autumn and custers of pale pink flowers on tall stems.
Darmera peltata is: Deciduous
Flower: Pink in Spring
Foliage: Dark-green in Summer; Flushed purple, Flushed red in Autumn
Habit: Clump-forming, Spreading, Upright
Awards: RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)
Darmera peltata (Umbrella plant) will reach a height of 1.5m and a spread of 1m after 2-5 years.
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Suggested uses: Waterside, Cottage/Informal, Bog garden, Beds and borders, Low Maintenance
Cultivation: Plant in moist or boggy soils in full sun or partial shade.
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Loamy, Clay |
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Boggy damp conditions |
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Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
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Partial Shade, Full Sun |
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North, South, East, West |
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Exposed, Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Hardy (H4) |
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Comment from
Nicola
Darmera peltata (Umbrella plant) has been used in The HESCO Garden by Leeds City Council for Chelsea Flower Show 2009.
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- Posted: Fri. 15th May 2009 09:44
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