Overview
Rodgersia podophylla 'Braunlaub' is a clump forming, bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Rodgersia, part of the Saxifragaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0.5-1 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Rodgersia podophylla 'Braunlaub' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates clay and loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. It is low maintenance. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden and flower borders and beds.
About
Rodgersia podophylla is a species of flowering plant in the saxifrage family native to Japan and Korea. Growing to 2 m (6.6 ft) tall and broad, it is a herbaceous perennial with handsome spiky leaves, and occasional creamy-white flower panicles in June and July.
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About the genus
Rodgersia is a genus of flowering plants in the Saxifragaceae family. Rodgersia are herbaceous perennials originating from east Asia.
Wikipedia contributors, "Rodgersia", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Rodgersia
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
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Rodgersia podophylla 'Braunlaub' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming, Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- 0.5-1 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Rodgersia podophylla 'Braunlaub'
- Propagation
- Seed sown in spring, Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Slugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Rodgersia podophylla 'Braunlaub'?
Rodgersia podophylla 'Braunlaub' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Rodgersia podophylla 'Braunlaub' need?
Rodgersia podophylla 'Braunlaub' grows best in clay and loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Rodgersia podophylla 'Braunlaub' grow?
Rodgersia podophylla 'Braunlaub' reaches a height of 0.5-1 metres and a spread of 0.5-1 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Rodgersia podophylla 'Braunlaub' hardy in the UK?
Rodgersia podophylla 'Braunlaub' 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 podophylla 'Braunlaub'?
Seed sown in spring, Division in spring.
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More in the Rodgersia genus
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- Rodgersia pinnata 'Alba'rodgersia 'Alba'
- Rodgersia podophyllaRodgers' bronze-leaf
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- Rodgersia tabularisTabular Rodgersia
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