Rodgersia 'Chocolate Wing'

Rodgersia pinnata

How to grow Rodgersia 'Chocolate Wing'

  • Partial Sun

  • High

Propergate by division in early spring or autumn, or from seed.

Try to plant in a location that enjoys partial sun and remember to water often. Keep in mind when planting that Chocolate Wing is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures.

Growing Chocolate Wing from seed

The seeds like to be keps moist,to achieve this, cover them with a layer of moss whilst germinating

Transplanting Chocolate Wing

Rodgersia prefer moist humus rich fertile soil in partial shade, too much sun scorches the leaves. Young foliage can be damaged by frost.

As Chocolate Wing is hardy, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

Harvesting Chocolate Wing

Rodgersia Chocolate Wing Etymology

Chocolate wings refer to the colour and shape of the new leaves produced in the spring. The compound palmate shape resembles a propeller and the colour is a shiny dark bronze in the newest of leaves