Umbrella Plant

Darmera Peltata

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Overview

Darmera peltata, commonly known as Umbrella Plant, graces gardens with its large, saucer-shaped, emerald leaves (up to 24 inches across) atop sturdy, succulent stems reaching 3-6 feet high. In early spring, charming pinkish-white flower clusters emerge before the foliage. This perennial thrives in moist, shaded areas, ideal for waterside plantings or damp woodland gardens. It's hardy in USDA zones 5-9, presenting a dramatic, deciduous display.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–9Climate Temperate

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — commonly known as Umbrella Plant

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — commonly known as Umbrella Plant

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — emerald leaves (up to 24 inches across) atop sturdy

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — In early spring, charming pinkish-white flower clusters emerge before the foliage

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — This perennial thrives in moist, shaded areas, ideal for waterside plantings or damp woodland gardens

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — It's hardy in USDA zones 5-9, presenting a dramatic, deciduous display

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — is an attractive perennial suited for those seeking a dramatic touch in semi-shaded garden areas

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 5–9

Shape & size

Mature height: 3–5 Ft.
Mature width: 3–5 Ft.

Classification

Family: Saxifragaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — succulent stems reaching 3-6 feet high

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — commonly known as Umbrella Plant

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — emerald leaves (up to 24 inches across) atop sturdy

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — In early spring, charming pinkish-white flower clusters emerge before the foliage

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — This perennial thrives in moist, shaded areas, ideal for waterside plantings or damp woodland gardens

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — It's hardy in USDA zones 5-9, presenting a dramatic, deciduous display

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — is an attractive perennial suited for those seeking a dramatic touch in semi-shaded garden areas

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — the Umbrella Plant boasts rounded leaves that can grow up to 24 inches across

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — Native to the cool mountain streams of California and Oregon

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — it thrives in hardiness zones 5 through 9

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — emphasizing its adaptability to a range of temperate climates.<br><br>Characterized by its striking foliage

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — umbrella-like canopy over the damp soil it prefers

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — These leaves emerge on long petioles directly from the rhizome

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — before the foliage unfurls

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — typically reaching an overall height of about 36 to 48 inches tall.<br><br>In spring

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — making it an excellent conversation starter.<br><br>For optimal growth

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — soft-pink to white flowers elevated above the ground on flower stalks that may grow up to 5 feet tall

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — This ephemeral floral show adds an early interest to the garden

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — well-draining soil that remains consistently moist

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — this plant is relatively low-maintenance

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — requiring minimal care beyond regular watering during dry spells

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — An area receiving morning sun and afternoon shade, or dappled light throughout the day, would be ideal

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — Its clump-forming habit also makes it a superb choice for controlling erosion along streams or pond edges

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — perennial for full or half or shade

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