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Podophyllum delavayi [large leaf]

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 16"-24"
  • W: 24"-36"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Podophyllum delavayi [large leaf] plant details

Podophyllum delavayi [large leaf] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with burgundy and green foliage. In spring burgundy flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Podophyllum delavayi [large leaf]

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: deciduous burgundy and green
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 16 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Podophyllum delavayi [large leaf]

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Gorgeous podophyllum, this form of the already interesting P. delavayi is larger in all its parts, particularly in leaf size. Deciduous, in spring, huge leaves unfurl in glossy Carnuba waxed elegance followed by pendant cherry-red flowers and brightly colored fruit. For the shady moist area of your woodland garden. Frost hardy in USDA zone 5.

Gardening facts about Podophyllum delavayi [large leaf] plant

How to Grow Podophyllum delavayi [large leaf]

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • burgundy
  • Flower Color

    • burgundy
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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