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Heritage Perennial Profile Here's the complete description for this Heritage Perennial. Drop in any time to see the rest of our collection.  Plant Number: 1.088.010 USDA Zone: 3 - 9  Astilboides tabularis Common name :  Shieldleaf Rodgersia An unusual perennial, formerly known as Rodgersia tabularis, but now given a name of its own by botanists. This forms a large specimen-sized mound of deep green circular, umbrella-like leaves. Big creamy white plumes of Astilbe-like flowers make an appearance in early summer. Best in a very moist area, even beside a stream or pond. In hot, humid summer regions this is best in partial shade. Will tolerate full sun with plenty of moisture and a rich soil. Excellent for cutting. Plants may be divided in early spring. A bold specimen plant, very dramatic when happy! Conditions     Appearance     Sun Exposure   Full Sun   Partial Shade Soil Type   Normal   Sandy   Clay Soil pH   Neutral   Alkaline   Acid Soil Moisture   Moist   Wet Care Level   Moderate Flower Colour   White Blooming Time   Early Summer   Mid Summer Foliage Color   Deep Green Plant Uses & Characteristics   Accent: Good Texture/Form   Border   Containers   Cut Flower   Specimen   Waterside   Woodland Flower Head Size   Very Large Height    90-120 cm    35-47 inches Spread    75-90 cm    29-35 inches Foot Traffic    None Growth Rate    Medium  Print This Plant E-Mail This Plant What others say about this plant... This might be described as the poor man's Gunnera. The great circular slightly lobed leaves… are 3 feet wide and of light green. The leaf stalk supports the middle of the leaf. The white-cream flowers are most conspicuous in contrast, borne well aloft, to 5 feet. A superb plant.; Graham Stuart Thomas, Perennial Garden Plants Best Selling 4th Edition Now Available! Now only $15.95 USD $17.95 CDN More info

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