Rodgersia pinnata 'Fireworks'

Also Known As

Rodgersia 'Firework'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'
W: 5'

planting zones

6a-8b

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Rodgersia pinnata 'Fireworks' plant details

Rodgersia pinnata 'Fireworks' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly shade - shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rodgersia pinnata 'Fireworks'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: saxifragaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 5 FT - wide, 0 - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rodgersia pinnata 'Fireworks'

USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

ALL Rodgersias are handsome! but this one sets off real ?fireworks? with its deep-pink flowers on 2-3' stems and large dark-green leaves edged with red... a stand-out for a shady spot or near water. PSh/M-W (not dry)

By: Forestfarm

Upright, heavily veined and textured leaves of green with washes of red and brown. Midsummer bright red to dark rose plumes rise to 3 feet. Best in moist woodland situations. height 26" width 36" Minimum temperature: -30?F

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

Rodgersia have bold coarse foliage resembling the leaf of a horse chestnut tree, only much larger. They create a dramatic effect with tall flower spikes high above the lush foliage in summer. They are best grown in moist soil in a shady location. 'Firework' has clear deep pink flowers, dark green foliage with green edges. Also available: R. pinnata 'Elegans' with soft pinkish creamy plumes.