DARMERA peltata

Dome shaped clusters of soft pink flowers on tall stalks rise directly from the rhizomes in very early spring, and the umbrella-like leaves 6-18 in. across are borne on 18 in. to 3′ stalks that seem to spring directly from the ground. Russet foliage in fall. Superb for shady waterside plantings. Plants will grow in moist shade or in normal garden soils. The more moisture available, the bigger the plant. For specimen use or grouped with grasses or moisture loving Iris. Native to northwestern U.S.

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DARMERA peltata – Umbrella Plant

DARMERA peltata – Dome shaped clusters of soft pink flowers on tall stalks rise directly from the rhizomes in very early spring, and the umbrella-like leaves 6-18 in. across are borne on 18 in. to 3′ stalks that seem to spring directly from the ground. Russet foliage in fall. Superb for shady waterside plantings. Plants will grow in moist shade or in normal garden soils. The more moisture available, the bigger the plant. For specimen use or grouped with grasses or moisture loving Iris. Native to northwestern U.S.

Height: 18-36″           Zone: 5

Part Shade / Full Shade / Full Sun

(aka Peltiphyllum peltatum)