Astilboides tabularis

RHS Plant Profile
common astilboides

Synonyms

Rodgersia tabularis

Bogs Herbaceous Perennial

A vigorous perennial to 1.5m in height, with rounded leaves to 100cm across, and small cream flowers

Position

Partial shade

Soil Types

Loam

Max Height

1-1.5 metres

Max Spread

1-1.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
2–5 years
Max Spread
1-1.5 metres
Max Height
1-1.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Loam
Moisture
Moist but well–drained or Poorly–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H6

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Saxifragaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Clump forming
Genus
Astilboides is an herbaceous perennial with very large, rounded, lobed leaves attached to the stalk near the middle, and dense panicles of small cream flowers on erect stalks above the foliage in early summer
Name Status
Correct
Plant Range
China, Korea

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in cool, moist, humus-rich soil in partial shade

Propagation

Propagate by seed sown in a cold frame in autumn or by division in spring

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Wildflower meadow
  • Flower borders and beds

Pruning

Cut back after flowering

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs

Diseases

Generally disease-free