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Fingerleaf Rodgersia

Rodgersia Aesculifolia

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Overview

The Fingerleaf Rodgersia, Rodgersia aesculifolia, is a striking herbaceous perennial with bold, horse chestnut-like, compound leaves that span up to 3 feet across. It's valued for its textured foliage and frothy white to pink flower plumes in summer. Thriving in USDA zones 5-7, it reaches 3-6 feet in height and spreads 2-4 feet. Preferring partial shade and moist soil, it's perfect for woodland gardens and waterside plantings.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, HighZones 3–9Type Perennial, Shrub
Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — and they emanate from the base of the plant in an eye-catching rosette formation
Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — this plant prefers a moistFingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — frothy flower plumes that stand above the foliageFingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — creamy-pink or white flowersFingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — palmately compound leaves that resemble those of the horse chestnut tree (Aesculus hippocastanum)Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — compound leaves that span up to 3 feet acrossFingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — well-draining soil rich in organic matter+28

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, High
USDA zones
3–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial, Shrub
Family
Saxifragaceae

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Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — and they emanate from the base of the plant in an eye-catching rosette formation
Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — this plant prefers a moist
Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — frothy flower plumes that stand above the foliage
Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — creamy-pink or white flowers
Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — palmately compound leaves that resemble those of the horse chestnut tree (Aesculus hippocastanum)
Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — compound leaves that span up to 3 feet across
Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — well-draining soil rich in organic matter
Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — Preferring partial shade and moist soil, it's perfect for woodland gardens and waterside plantings
Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — With its origins in East Asia
Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — Fingerleaf Rodgersia produces erect
Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — white flowers in the garden
Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — to allow each plant to mature into its full
Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — It's valued for its textured foliage and frothy white to pink flower plumes in summer
Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — During the spring and summer months
Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — is a striking perennial that adds a bold and exotic texture to shaded garden areas
Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — This perennial is particularly well-suited to waterside plantings
Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — making it a robust selection for many temperate landscapes.<br><br>The Fingerleaf Rodgersia boasts impressive
Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — Regular watering will help maintain the lush appearance of the foliage
Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — perennial / shrub for full or half
Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — Thriving in USDA zones 5-7, it reaches 3-6 feet in height and spreads 2-4 feet
Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — Each leaf can span an impressive 12 to 18 inches across
Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — is a striking herbaceous perennial with bold
Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — providing a dynamic color shift in the garden.<br><br>In early summer
Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — this plant thrives in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 8
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