These are very tall members of the saxifrage family that are native to light woodlands, glades and mountain streams in Asia. Typically of saxifrages, they produce lots of flowers, and in this species the flowers are all on a tall flowering stem. The colourful flowers are ideal for a Shady Garden or for light woodland at the edge of a formal garden.

Rodgersias are also excellent for their foliage effects, or as architectural plants since their large leaves may be either palmate or pinnate shaped. Grow them in rich soil and make sure they do not dry out, otherwise they are quite hardy once established.

Looking Good:
Check out the Rodgersia border at Hadspen, Somerset, during August and September.

Best With:
Best with the drooping heads of Lysimachia clethroides.