Kirengeshoma palmata Koreana Group
YELLOW WAX-BELLS
syn. K. coreana
Family: Hydrangeaceae
Pronounced: ki-reng-ge-SHOW-ma pahl-MAH-ta
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Geographical Origin:
Korea.
Plant Group:
Perennial.
Hardiness:
Sunset zones: 2-9, 14-24.
USDA zones: 5-9.
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.
Photographed in author's garden.
Gardening for the Homebrewer: Grow and Process Plants for Making Beer, Wine, Gruit, Cider, Perry, and More
By co-authors Debbie Teashon (Rainy Side Gardeners) and Wendy Tweton
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