Shield Sheath 2L

Shieldwort – A Unique Plant with Impressive Leaves

Darmera peltata, also known as California shieldwort, is a striking ornamental perennial prized for its large, umbrella-shaped leaves and decorative pink flowers. It is an ideal plant for planting on the banks of water reservoirs, in shady corners of the garden or in damp beds, where it introduces structure and natural grace.

Main features of the shield beetle

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• Colour: Intensely green during the growing season, in autumn they turn warm shades of orange, red and brown.
• Shape: Large, umbrella-shaped, with pronounced veins, reaching a diameter of 30–60 cm.
• Decorativeness: The leaves are the main decoration of the plant and give it an impressive appearance.

Flowers

• Colour: Pale pink or white, gathered in spherical umbels at the tops of erect shoots.
• Flowering period: April–May, flowers appear before the leaves develop.
• Decorativeness: Spring flowers add lightness and subtle charm.

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• Form: It is tufted, with erect flower stalks and large leaves growing from short petioles.
• Height: The inflorescences grow up to 60–80 cm, and the leaf clusters reach 50–100 cm in height.
• Width: It grows about 100–150 cm thanks to its rhizomes.

Cultivation requirements of the shield beetle

Location and soil

• Position: It grows best in partial shade or shade, but it can also tolerate sunny positions if the soil is moist enough.
• Soil: Fertile, moist, humus-rich, permeable, neutral to slightly acidic. Ideal near water reservoirs.

Watering and fertilizing

• Watering: Regular, especially during drought. The plant requires constantly moist soil, but not waterlogged.
• Fertilization: In spring, it is advisable to use an organic fertilizer, such as compost, to ensure that you get the right nutrients.

Care

• Trimming: After the end of the growing season, you can remove the dried leaves.
• Reproduction: By dividing the rhizomes in early spring or autumn.
• Wintering: The plant is fully frost hardy (zone 5–9) and does not require special protection for the winter.

Application of the shield shield

Flower beds and garden compositions

• Wet beds: Ideal for moist beds in shade or partial shade, where it creates an impressive background for smaller plants.
• Perennial compositions: It goes well with ferns, ligules, funkia and tavulae.

Banks of water reservoirs

• Perfect for planting the edges of ponds, streams and ponds, where its large leaves contrast beautifully with the water.

Solitary plant

• Thanks to its large leaves and impressive appearance, the shieldwort looks great as a solitary plant in naturalistic or forest gardens.

Why is it worth choosing shieldwort?

• Impressive leaves: Large, umbrella-shaped leaves bring structure and an original accent to the garden.
• Spring flowering: The subtle, pink flowers bloom in spring before the leaves appear, adding a delicate charm.
• Shade Tolerance: Ideal for shady and humid places where other plants may have difficulty developing.
• Longevity: It is undemanding and long-lived, which makes it an excellent plant for permanent plantings.

Plant Specifications

• Flower pot: 2 liters
• Age: 2 years old
  
• Frost resistance: Yes