Kirengeshoma palmata Koreana Group
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YELLOW WAX-BELLS
syn. K. coreana
Family: Hydrangeaceae
Pronounced: ki-reng-ge-SHOW-ma pahl-MAH-ta
GROWING GUIDE
Geographical Origin:
Korea.
Plant Group:
Perennial.
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Mature size: Height 18 inches (45 cm). Width 12 inches (30 cm).
Flowering period: Late summer, early autumn.
Flowering attributes: Cymes of tubular, yellow flowers with the shuttlecocks held outwards on erect stems.
Leaf attributes: Palmately lobed, somewhat hairy, green leaves.
Growth habit: Clump forming.
Light: Partial shade.
Soil: Humus rich, moist, well-drained acidic soil.
Feeding: Side dress with compost or manure and leaf mould.
Propagation Methods: Sow seed in pots as soon as ripe, or in spring and place in cold frame. | Cuttings in early summer. | Divide carefully in spring.
Rainy Side Notes
There are two species in a genus that is a member of the Hydrangea family. Although K. coreana (also spelled K. koreana in the trade) is thought to be a form of K. palmata, it has not been conclusively determined if they are indeed two species. A native of Korea this larger Kirengeshoma is beautiful in the woodland garden in partial shade or full shade.
In a woodland setting, this perennial can send up stems to six feet when given plenty of moisture. Personally, I have not seen it myself, as I am not willing to give extra moisture, beyond my normal water routine. It is beautiful in a woodland setting as this one is in Heronswood’s garden.
Debra Teachout-Teashon
Photographed in author's garden.
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