umbrella plant

How to Grow and Care for umbrella plant

umbrella plant · Darmera peltata
Also known as: giant cup; Indian rhubarb

Grow in moist or boggy soils in full sun or partial shade.

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Planting and Growing umbrella plant

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun · Partial shade
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeClay · Loam
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moisturePoorly drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

Grow in moist or boggy soils in full sun or partial shade.

How to Water umbrella plant?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for umbrella plant?

Full sun · Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for umbrella plant?

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What Soil Is Best for umbrella plant?

Soil type
Clay · Loam
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for umbrella plant?

Poorly drained

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How to Fertilize umbrella plant?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune umbrella plant?

Cut back after flowering

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How to Propagate umbrella plant?

Propagate by seed sown in containers in spring or autumn, or by division in spring.

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How to Transplant umbrella plant?

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How to Care for umbrella plant in Winter?

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How to Plant umbrella plant?

Grow in moist or boggy soils in full sun or partial shade.

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How to Repot umbrella plant?

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How to Harvest umbrella plant?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease free

Pests

Generally pest-free

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The Toxicity of umbrella plant

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Attributes of umbrella plant

Plant typeBogs · Herbaceous Perennial
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitClump forming
OriginWestern USA

Scientific Classification

Species
Darmera peltata
Genus
Darmera
Family
Saxifragaceae
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