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Filipendula ‘Red Umbrellas’
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Filipendula ‘Red Umbrellas’
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Filipendula ‘Red Umbrellas’


Hybrid Meadowsweet

USDA Zone: 3-9

Plant number: 1.215.340


This hybrid Meadowsweet is an unusual plant for the moist shade garden. It forms a mound of large green maple-shaped leaves, heavily veined with crimson. In early summer, the plants are topped with fluffy, pink flower umbels. Shorter than typical Meadowsweet so suitable for smaller gardens. Best with protection from hot afternoon sun. Easily divided in spring.

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Filipendula ‘Red Umbrellas’


Optimal Growing
Conditions
Appearance and
Characteristics
Sun Exposure
  Partial Shade
Soil Type
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Moderate
Flower Colour
  Light Pink
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
  Red
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Butterflies
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Rabbit Resistant
  Waterside
  Woodland
Height
   65-75 cm
   25-29 inches
Spread
   65-75 cm
   25-29 inches
Foot Traffic
   None
Growth Rate
   Medium