Darmera peltata
Common Name: None
Type: Herbaceous perennial Family: Saxifragaceae Hardiness Zone: 4-8 Sunlight: Full sun to part shade Exposure: Sheltered Soil: Not fussy, will tolerate clay Moisture: Moist to boggy soil Plant Height x Width: 4' x 3' Leaf: Large, rounded, medium green, toothed and lobed leaves (to 18" across) emerge after bloom to form a foliage mound which remains attractive throughout the growing season as long as consistent moisture is supplied. Leaves are peltate meaning that each leaf arises from the rhizome on a long petiole which attaches to the center of the leaf, thus creating a large leaf cup. Flower: Features small pink to white flowers in terminal, rounded clusters (corymbs) which appear atop thick hairy stems Bloom Time: Early spring before foliage Bloom Size: Large Maintenance: Low Landscape use: Bog gardens, stream and pond banks Pest and Disease: None Native Range: Southwestern Oregon, Northern California Planting Instructions: Plant rhizomes right at surface Propagation: Division by rhizomes, seed |