The display leaf is a large and undemanding perennial that, with its numerous varieties, is an eye-catcher in the garden. We have presented the 10 most beautiful varieties to you here.
Native to Asia, the sheet leaves belong to the genus Rodgersia and were first described by Asa Gray in 1858. The genus name is reminiscent of John Rodgers. The US admiral led the expedition at the time. The first plants were shown in the US and Russia in the 1870s.
The genus Rodgersia can be divided into two sections. The section Rodgersia with the stalked sheet contains only one species. The plants are native to Japan, Korea and China.
Four species are included in the Sambucifolia section:
| Record Sheet Art | Occurrences |
|---|---|
| Chestnut Leaf Sheet | The plants are found in Asia at altitudes of up to 3,800 meters. |
| Nepalensis sheet | This species occurs in the eastern Himalayas up to an altitude of 3,300 meters. |
| Pinnately Leaf | The robust plant thrives on shady slopes and in crevices up to 3,800 meters above sea level. |
| Elder Leaf Sheet | The plants thrive in meadows or forests in China and are found at elevations between 1,800 and 3,700 meters. |
There are also numerous hybrids from horticultural breeding. Some species will now be described in more detail.
The 10 most popular chart types
Chestnut Leaf Sheet
The chestnut leaf is particularly attractive because of its lush green, veined leaves, which are reminiscent of the horse chestnut. The plants grow about 1.5 meters in height. In spring the leaves have a reddish tinge. Later, the foliage appears more bronze-colored. The green and white flower spikes form a nice contrast. The star-shaped individual flowers appear in June. The perennial blooms for about four weeks. The chestnut-leaf record sheet is particularly attractivealone, in the shade of larger trees or at the edge of the pond.
Group plantings with goat's beard, royal spars or ferns are also eye-catchers.
Hinris chart
Hinri's sheet comes from the mountainous regions of the Himalayas. The plant grows particularly sprawling and can grow up to 1.5 meters in height. The slender stems are adorned with strikingly large leaves. The palmate leaves are reminiscent of chestnut leaves. A brownish leaf color can be seen on the still young shoots. The leaves quickly turn a rich dark green and offer an attractive deep red fall color. In June, the flower spikes open and the delicate pink to reddish flowers appear, which last until about July.
» Tip: The Prince Henri sheet is also attractive as a cut flower and can be used for drying bouquets.
The plants are quite undemanding and prefer a partially shaded location. The substrate should be moist and loose. The plant does well in wind-protected locations, under trees or at the edge of the pond. The solitary plant requires sufficient planting distance and generally requires little maintenance.
Pinniferous Record Sheet
The pinnate leaf impresses with an impressive we alth of colours. The perennials are about a meter high and grow quite sprawling. The yellowish-white flowers develop in June. The leaves impress with an expressive play of colors. While the young leaves appear bronze-like, the plant shows itself in a strong shade of green in summer. In autumn the circle closes and the leaves turn bronze again. The plants love semi-shade and need fresh, well-drained and lime-free soil. Ferns or rhododendrons are welcome bed neighbors.
» Tip: The location of the plant should be carefully considered, the pinnate record sheet does not want to be transplanted.
Pinniferous Sheet “Chocolate Wings”
This colorful species is particularly attractive. When they sprout, the leaves are reminiscent of chocolate. When it blooms in summer, the leaves are a deep green and in the fall, this record sheet glows in a colorful bronze-brown. The pink flowers appear in June. The plant flowers until late summer and the delicate flowers take on a strong red. This record sheet is comparatively low-growing and about 70 centimeters high. In a half shadeThe plant does particularly well in the perennial bed. The edges of trees or ponds are also a popular location.
» Tip: This variety was first cultivated in the Netherlands in 2004.
The plants are very hardy and snails give the Chocolate Wings record a wide berth.
Stalked Sheet Pagoda
Ernst Pagels was the first to describe this variety from Japan and Korea. The plants grow to a height of around 1.20 meters and catch the eye with their strikingly large and jagged leaves. The white paniculate flowers appear in June. The deep red autumn color is also an eye-catcher. The cool semi-shade is the ideal location for this fast-growing and very hardy plant. A slightly moist and sandy soil is the ideal substrate.
Record Sheet Bloody Mary
This is a low-growing record sheet. With a height of about half a meter, Bloody Mary is a popular bedding plant. The strong red flowers contrast with the striking dark red foliage, which is particularly eye-catching in a shady location.
» Tip: This sheet can also be planted under old trees with branched root systems.
Superba sheet
The fan-shaped, deep green leaves make the Superba an attractive solitary plant. With a growth height of about one meter, the leaf also catches the eye in the shade of existing trees. In early summer, the pink flowers add another highlight. Since the water requirement of the record sheet Superba is comparatively high, the plant does very well at the edge of a pond.
Stalked Sheet Emerald
The emerald green leaves gave this chart its name. This plant is an eye-catcher in every shaded bed. The creamy-white flowers on the strikingly tall stems between June and July are particularly eye-catching. The plants can grow about a meter high and feel particularly comfortable in semi-shade. Normal garden soil is perfectly adequate as a substrate. The soil should be fresh and loose and allow the water to drain well. The water requirement is quite high and the soil should not dry out.
Elder Leaf Sheet
Since the growth form of the leaves of this record sheet is reminiscent of the leaves of the elder, the present designation came about. The plants grow up to 1.2meters in height. The white flowers in panicles appear in June. The plants need to be watered regularly. At the same time, care must be taken to avoid waterlogging.
Show sheet "The Beauty"
This is a hybrid bred by Ernst Pagels. The plants grow luxuriantly and sprawling and have a bronze-colored shoot. The pink flowers are a real eye-catcher in summer. The plant forms rhizomes and can be easily propagated. The soil should be moist and loose. Pretty arrangements are created in combination with hostas or ferns.
» Tip: Hobby gardeners should protect this plant from late frosts.