Fireworks Rodgersia

Rodgersia 'Fireworks'

Pronunciation: rod-JAIR-zee-ah
SKU #03223
5-8

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LIGHT: Full shade, Partial shade
WATER: Keep soil moist to wet.
SIZE: Slow growing; reaches 3 ft. tall, 3 to 5 ft. wide.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-8

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Description A large, imposing, lush mound of unique, round, deeply divided, toothy, green foliage with bronze-colored margins, and exquisite deep reddish pink plumes in summer. Use in woodland or bog gardens as a bold flowering accent. Thrives in damp areas with dappled shade. An herbaceous perennial.
Bloom Time Early to mid summer
Deciduous/Evergreen Herbaceous
Problems/Solutions Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas
Growth Rate Slow
Growth Habit Upright
Flower Attributes Showy Flowers
Landscape Use Border
Flower Color Pink
Foliage Color Green
Companion Plants Bog Rosemary (Andromeda); Stewartia (Stewartia); Hosta (Hosta); Maidenhair Fern (Adiantum); Sedge (Carex)
Care Instructions Provide organically rich, moist, acidic, well-drained soil; does not tolerate dry conditions. Mulch to keep roots cool and moist, avoiding the crown. Clip spent blooms for a tidy appearance. Dormant in winter; remove old foliage and stems before new growth emerges in early spring. Feed in early spring, and again after bloom.
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DescriptionA large, imposing, lush mound of unique, round, deeply divided, toothy, green foliage with bronze-colored margins, and exquisite deep reddish pink plumes in summer. Use in woodland or bog gardens as a bold flowering accent. Thrives in damp areas with dappled shade. An herbaceous perennial.
Bloom TimeEarly to mid summer
Deciduous/EvergreenHerbaceous
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas
Growth RateSlow
Growth HabitUpright
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseBorder
Flower ColorPink
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsBog Rosemary (Andromeda); Stewartia (Stewartia); Hosta (Hosta); Maidenhair Fern (Adiantum); Sedge (Carex)
Care
Care InstructionsProvide organically rich, moist, acidic, well-drained soil; does not tolerate dry conditions. Mulch to keep roots cool and moist, avoiding the crown. Clip spent blooms for a tidy appearance. Dormant in winter; remove old foliage and stems before new growth emerges in early spring. Feed in early spring, and again after bloom.

Frequently asked questions

Does Fireworks Rodgersia produce flowers?
Early to mid summer
Is Fireworks Rodgersia evergreen or deciduous?
Fireworks Rodgersia is Herbaceous.
Is Fireworks Rodgersia resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas
How fast does Fireworks Rodgersia grow?
Fireworks Rodgersia has a Slow growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Fireworks Rodgersia?
Fireworks Rodgersia grows in an Upright habit.
Where can I use Fireworks Rodgersia in my landscape?
Fireworks Rodgersia is suitable for: Border.
What color are Fireworks Rodgersia flowers?
Fireworks Rodgersia produces Pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of Fireworks Rodgersia?
Fireworks Rodgersia has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Fireworks Rodgersia?
Good companion plants for Fireworks Rodgersia include: Bog Rosemary (Andromeda); Stewartia (Stewartia); Hosta (Hosta); Maidenhair Fern (Adiantum); Sedge (Carex).
How do I care for Fireworks Rodgersia?
Provide organically rich, moist, acidic, well-drained soil; does not tolerate dry conditions. Mulch to keep roots cool and moist, avoiding the crown. Clip spent blooms for a tidy appearance. Dormant in winter; remove old foliage and stems before new growth emerges in early spring. Feed in early spring, and again after bloom.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.