{"title":"Perennial Featherleaf","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"99\" data-end=\"265\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenus: \u003cem data-start=\"110\" data-end=\"121\"\u003eRodgersia\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"99\" data-end=\"265\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"124\" data-end=\"135\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saxifragaceae\u003cbr data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"152\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"169\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rodgersia, Featherleaf\u003cbr data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"195\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"195\" data-end=\"212\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eastern Asia, particularly China, Japan, and Korea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"613\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"283\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"286\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"286\" data-end=\"297\"\u003eRodgersia\u003c\/em\u003e is a genus of bold, herbaceous perennials prized for their dramatic foliage and architectural presence in moist, shaded garden areas. These plants form large clumps of textured, often deeply lobed or palmate leaves that range in colour from deep green to bronze, burgundy, or even purple, depending on the cultivar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"615\" data-end=\"947\"\u003eTall flower spikes rise above the foliage in summer, bearing dense clusters of small star-shaped flowers in creamy white, pink, or reddish hues. Because of their size and striking texture, \u003cem data-start=\"804\" data-end=\"815\"\u003eRodgersia\u003c\/em\u003e makes an excellent statement plant for woodland borders, alongside ponds, or in shaded perennial beds where moisture is consistent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"964\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"964\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"978\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers part shade to full shade; avoids hot afternoon sun, which can scorch leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1142\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1142\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1077\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, rich, well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e High; requires consistently moist soil, especially during summer heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1245\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zones 4–8; hardy in much of Canada with appropriate moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; cut back dead foliage in late fall or early spring. Dividing clumps every 4–5 years helps maintain vigour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1471\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1471\"\u003eInteresting Tidbits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1972\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003eRodgersia\u003c\/em\u003e is named after John Rodgers, a 19th-century American naval officer and botanist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1570\" data-end=\"1681\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1681\"\u003eThe large, textured leaves provide excellent contrast when planted near finer-leafed perennials or grasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1784\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1784\"\u003eTheir tolerance for wet soils makes them a great choice for rain gardens or naturalized wet areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"1882\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1882\"\u003eFlowering stalks can reach 1 to 2 metres tall, adding vertical interest during summer months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"1972\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1885\" data-end=\"1972\"\u003eThese plants are deer-resistant, which is a bonus in areas with high wildlife activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/www.scottsnurseryonline.com\/collections\/perennial-103.oembed","provider":"Scott's Nursery Ltd. 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