Darmera peltata also know as the Umbrella Plant or Indian rhubarb is a spectacular and unusual pond-side plant with round heads of pale pink flowers on a stout stem in Mar-Apr followed by large green glossy leaves up to 0.5m across that turn red in autumn.  A good alternative to a Gunnera where space doesn’t allow.

Height: 1.5m

Spread: 1m

Planting position: Damp soil in full sun or partial shade

Form: 9cm, 1 litre and 4 litre