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 3–9

Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — is a striking herbaceous perennial with bold

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Saxifragaceae

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Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — Regular watering will help maintain the lush appearance of the foliage

Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — especially in areas with warmer summers

Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — Spacing should be considered in landscape design

Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — about 24 to 30 inches apart

Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — to allow each plant to mature into its full

Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — This perennial is particularly well-suited to waterside plantings

Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — where it can be both a focal point and a harmonious complement to ferns and other shade-loving species

Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — white flowers in the garden

Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — perennial / shrub with white blooms

Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — perennial / shrub for full or half

Fingerleaf Rodgersia (Rodgersia Aesculifolia) — is a striking herbaceous perennial with bold; thriving in USDA zones 5-7, it reaches 3-6 feet in height and

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