Scientific name: Darmera peltata
Synonym: Darmera peltata ‘Umbrella Plant’ , Peltiphyllum peltatum
Family: SAXIFRAGACEAE
Common names: “umbrella plant” “Indian rhubarb” “giant cup”
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Conditions:
Zone: 4-8
Light: Full sun – part shade
Exposure: Sheltered
Soil: Moist boggy soil, not fussy, tolerates clay
Moisture: Moist – wet, marginal aquatic
Aesthetic:
Plant Size: H 4-5′ W 3-4′
Leaf and Stem shape: Glossy, rounded leaves, turning red in autumn
Flower: Clusters of pale pink flowers arise on tall stems before the leaves
Pruning: N/a
Maintenance: Low, cut out dead leaves & flowered stalks if desired
Landscape use: Flower borders, ponds and bog gardens, creeks, informal cottage, erosion control, winter flood
Propagate: By seed and division, rhizome cuttings
Pests & Disease: None in Victoria
*Slug resistant! ♥Attracts hummingbirds
Comments: ~AGM winner , looks a bit like gunnera but is fully hardy and doesn’t need winter, native to the west coast from Oregon – California
