rodgersia
Rodgersia nepalensis
USDA zones5 to 8
SunHandles partial sun to partial shade
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size3 to 4 feet tall3 to 4 feet wide
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Green
Notes
Rodgersia (Rodgersia nepalensis) is a perennial for shade gardens, woodland edges, and bold foliage displays. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes part sun or part shade and average moisture. It grows 36 to 48 inches tall and wide, so give it room. Green flowers appear in early to mid summer.
Pairs well with Lady fern, Crimson Queen Japanese maple, and Northwind switchgrass.
Native range
Nepal and northeastern India.