Korean Yellow Waxbell

Kirengeshoma koreana Saxifragaceae

Growth habit

Herbaceous

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Native distribution

Japan, South Korea, China

Location

Comstock Knoll and Rhododendron Collection

Source of plant

Andre Viette Farm & Nursery

Description

A distinct plant with dull, green leaves and erect flowers is known in gardens as K. koreana; however,some forms of K. palmata have more or less erect flowers (DS 297). Upright yellow flowers are bornefrom August through September; plants to 36" in height (DS 316).

USDA Hardiness Zone

5

Special characteristics

flowering season