Overview
Rodgersia aesculifolia hybrid is a bushy, clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Rodgersia, part of the Saxifragaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Rodgersia aesculifolia hybrid grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates clay and loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, low maintenance and flower borders and beds.
About
Rodgersia aesculifolia hybrid is a bushy, clump-forming cultivar of Rodgersia, a genus of herbaceous perennials in the Saxifragaceae family. It thrives in moist but well-drained fertile soils, including clay and loam, and is suitable for a range of soil pH levels. Deciduous in nature, this cultivar performs well in full sun or partial shade and prefers sheltered positions. It is hardy to UK zone H6 and is ideal for cottage and informal gardens, as well as flower borders and beds. Rodgersia aesculifolia hybrid produces attractive foliage and star-like flowers in spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Rodgersia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Rodgersia aesculifolia hybrid size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy, Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Low Maintenance, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Rodgersia aesculifolia hybrid
- Propagation
- Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to slugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Rodgersia aesculifolia hybrid?
Rodgersia aesculifolia hybrid prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Rodgersia aesculifolia hybrid need?
Rodgersia aesculifolia hybrid grows best in clay and loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Rodgersia aesculifolia hybrid hardy in the UK?
Rodgersia aesculifolia hybrid has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Rodgersia aesculifolia hybrid?
Division in spring.
More in the Rodgersia genus
- Rodgersia aesculifolia
- Rodgersia pinnata 'Ligto'
- Rodgersia pinnata 'Shangri-La'
- Rodgersia podophylla 'Pagode'
- Rodgersia podophylla 'Saarbrücken'
- Rodgersia sambucifolia 'Rothaut'
- Rodgersia 'Bloody Mary'
- Rodgersia pinnata pink-flowered