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Darmera peltata

Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   5a - 7b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H3   Australia:   1  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 0.9 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture average to wet, well-drained
Soil Type clay to loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Darmera peltata (umbrella plant) bears showy and light pink blooms during mid spring. The foliage is dark green in colour. A specimen plant, Darmera peltata (umbrella plant) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, bog, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting, naturalization, specimen, waterfront, wild flower and woodland.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist disease and pests.