Rodgersia aesculifolia - Cultivation Notes
This large clump forming perennial requires plenty of space and a compost rich fertile moist / wet soil such as pond edge or bog area. Plant in part shade or full sun in a sheltered spot away from wind and hot dry spots. Cut back in autumn and mulch regularly with decent compost to feed and protect the plant. Stake taller flower spikes.
Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage
Strengths of Rodgersia aesculifolia:
- Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant
- Tolerates permanently wet soil
- Tolerates heavy clay soils
Weaknesses of Rodgersia aesculifolia
- Will not tolerate exposed, cold or hot and sunny locations
Design & Plant Use for Rodgersia aesculifolia:
- Summer flowering herbaceous plant suitable for border planting
View all the plants listed in Genus Rodgersia
View other ground cover plants with white flowers, or ground cover plants with medium green foliage
Common Missspellings: Rogersia, Rodgersea, Rodgirsia, Rodgersear, Rogersea