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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 5–9Type PerennialClimate Temperate

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — succulent stems reaching 3-6 feet high; making it an excellent conversation starter.<br><br>For optimal growth, image 57

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

Type: Perennial
Family: Saxifragaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — adding both functional and aesthetic value to the landscape; succulent stems reaching 3-6 feet high

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — umbrella-like canopy over the damp soil it prefers; perennial for full or half or shade, image 93

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — perennial with pink blooms; this ephemeral floral show adds an early interest to the garden, image 80

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — adding both functional and aesthetic value to the landscape

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — pink flowers in the garden

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — This perennial thrives in moist, shaded areas, ideal for waterside plantings or damp woodland gardens, image 59

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

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

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — before the foliage unfurls; this plant is relatively low-maintenance, image 69

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — soft-pink to white flowers elevated above the ground on flower stalks that may grow up to 5 feet tall; commonly, image 97

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — emerald leaves (up to 24 inches across) atop sturdy; the Umbrella Plant boasts rounded leaves that can grow up, image 56

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — These leaves emerge on long petioles directly from the rhizome; is an attractive perennial suited for those seeking a

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

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — well-draining soil that remains consistently moist; requiring minimal care beyond regular watering during dry spells

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — the Umbrella Plant boasts rounded leaves that can grow up to 24 inches across; an area receiving morning sun and afternoon

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — commonly known as Umbrella Plant; in early spring, charming pinkish-white flower clusters emerge before the foliage

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — Its clump-forming habit also makes it a superb choice for controlling erosion along streams or pond edges, image 77

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

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — In early spring, charming pinkish-white flower clusters emerge before the foliage; pink flowers in the garden, image 58

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — perennial with pink blooms; this ephemeral floral show adds an early interest to the garden

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

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — This perennial thrives in moist, shaded areas, ideal for waterside plantings or damp woodland gardens, image 86

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

Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — is an attractive perennial suited for those seeking a dramatic touch in semi-shaded garden areas; well-draining, image 88

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John Rusk from Berkeley, CC BY 2.0 · source
Dinesh Valke from Thane, India, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source

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