rodgersia

Rodgersia "Big Mama" should be watered once a week, using approximately 1 to 2 inches of water. The best time to water the plant is in the morning, allowing its foliage to dry before nightfall. Avoid overwatering, as it can cause root rot; if the soil is still wet from the previous week, wait another week before watering. Rodgersia "Big Mama" also prefers moist soil, but avoid making it soggy.

Rodgersia 'Big Mama' is an ornamental perennial plant that will need 5 to 6 hours of direct sunlight each day for optimal growth. It can tolerate up to 8 hours of direct sunlight, but any more than that could cause the leaves to become scorched and could damage the foliage. The best time of day for this plant species would be early morning, between 8 and 10 AM, or late afternoon, between 3 and 5 PM. Avoid subjecting this plant to long, hot, midday sun, as this could cause permanent damage. Additionally, the plant should be placed in a location where it will receive some morning sun and afternoon shade.

Rodgersia 'Big Mama' should be pruned in late winter or early spring. Pruning should only be done when absolutely necessary to maintain the desired size and shape of the plant. Specific pruning instructions depend on the growth habit of the individual plant. For young plants, light pruning can be performed to shape and encourage bushier foliage. The plant can also be selectively thinned, removing any dead, broken, diseased or crossing branches to help increase air circulation. For mature plants, selective pruning can be used to maintain size, shape, and intensity of flowering. To thin the plant’s form, some dead branches can be removed. To encourage new growth, prune the tips which may also result in more flowers. In general, avoid pruning any more than 1-third of the plant’s overall foliage, as this can lead to significant damage. Pruning tools should be sharp and clean, and the pruning should be done with care.