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Kirengeshoma

Kirengeshoma Koreana

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Overview

Kirengeshoma koreana, or Korean yellow wax bells, is a shade-loving perennial boasting bell-shaped, pale yellow flowers in late summer to early fall. Its maple-like leaves offer a lush backdrop, reaching up to 3 feet in height and spread. Ideal for USDA zones 5-8, this low-maintenance plant thrives in moist, well-drained soil. Provides elegant texture in woodland gardens, with minimal pest and disease issues.

Sun Deep Shade, ShadeWater HighZones 5–8Type Perennial
Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — clump-forming habit that is both tidy and low-maintenance; yellow flowers in the garden
Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — perennial with yellow blooms; providing a lush backdrop throughout the growing season.<br><br>From late summer into earlyKirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — providing a lush backdrop throughout the growing season.<br><br>From late summer into early fall; moreover, it offers theKirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — With its stately foliage and distinctive flowersKirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — This refined woodland plant originates from the understory of Korean forests; yet striking contrast against its darkKirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — perennial for deep shade or shade; with its stately foliage and distinctive flowersKirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — is a shade-loving perennial boasting bell-shaped+54

Culture

Sun
Deep Shade, Shade
Water
High
USDA zones
5–8

Shape & size

Mature height
3–4 Ft.
Mature width
2–3 Ft.

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Hydrangeaceae

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Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — clump-forming habit that is both tidy and low-maintenance; yellow flowers in the garden
Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — perennial with yellow blooms; providing a lush backdrop throughout the growing season.<br><br>From late summer into early
Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — providing a lush backdrop throughout the growing season.<br><br>From late summer into early fall; moreover, it offers the
Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — With its stately foliage and distinctive flowers
Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — This refined woodland plant originates from the understory of Korean forests; yet striking contrast against its dark
Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — perennial for deep shade or shade; with its stately foliage and distinctive flowers
Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — is a shade-loving perennial boasting bell-shaped
Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — The foliage is deeply lobed; ideal for USDA zones 5-8, this low-maintenance plant thrives in moist, well-drained soil
Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — Its maple-like leaves offer a lush backdrop, reaching up to 3 feet in height and spread; is a shade-loving perennial
Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — is an elegant herbaceous perennial that brings a touch of understated beauty to partial and full shade gardens
Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — more commonly referred to as Korean kirengeshoma; perennial for deep shade or shade, image 53
Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — or Korean yellow wax bells
Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — perennial for deep shade or shade
Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — Moreover, it offers the added benefit of being deer resistant; the delicate bell-shaped blooms are approximately 1 to 1.5
Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — more commonly referred to as Korean kirengeshoma; perennial for deep shade or shade
Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — Its maple-like leaves offer a lush backdrop, reaching up to 3 feet in height and spread
Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — pale yellow flowers in late summer to early fall; rarely suffering from pest and disease problems, image 49
Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — is an elegant herbaceous perennial that brings a touch of understated beauty to partial and full shade gardens; more
Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — Provides elegant texture in woodland gardens, with minimal pest and disease issues; well-drained soil with a consistent
Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — is a shade-loving perennial boasting bell-shaped; the foliage is deeply lobed, image 48
Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — heart-shaped leaves that exhibit a rich green hue and can extend up to 6 inches in length, image 58
Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — well-drained soil with a consistent moisture level; this plant is hardy in USDA zones 5 through 8 and is relatively low
Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — perennial with yellow blooms
Kirengeshoma (Kirengeshoma Koreana) — This plant is hardy in USDA zones 5 through 8 and is relatively low maintenance
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