Rodgersia Tabularis

2-3 Litre pot

• Position: Partial shade
• Soil: Moist or boggy
• Growth Rate: Average
• Flowering Period: Summer
• Hardiness: H6
• Eventual Height: 1 – 1.5m
• Eventual Spread: 1 – 1.5m

Rodgersia Tabularis, also known as the ‘Common Astilboides’, is a beautiful and unique perennial plant that is native to China. It’s a clump-forming perennial that can reach a height and spread of up to 1.5m and is known for its large, glossy green leaves that are shaped like a saucer and can grow up to 60cm in diameter and are deeply lobed.

In the late Spring to early Summer, the plant produces tall spikes of small, creamy-white or pink flowers that rise above the foliage. The flowers are followed by inedible, red fruit. The plant is drought tolerant, and it’s also resistant to pests and disease which makes it a great option for organic gardening.

Rodgersia Tabularis is an excellent choice for adding a unique texture and form to gardens, borders, and large containers. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is also tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions, including clay and heavy soils.

In terms of care, this is low-maintenance and easy to grow. It can be pruned in late Winter or early Spring to control its size and shape. It is also resistant to pests and diseases, making it a great choice for organic gardening.

How to care for your Rodgersia Tabularis

• Plant in a location that receives full sun to partial shade and in moist, well-drained soil.
• Water regularly to establish a deep root system, once established it is drought tolerant.
• Fertilise with a balanced fertiliser in the Spring.
• Prune in late Winter or early Spring to control size and shape, remove any damaged or diseased wood.

With the proper care, it will grow into a beautiful, low-maintenance perennial with large, glossy green leaves that are shaped like a saucer and profuse clusters of creamy-white flowers in the late Spring to early Summer for years to come.