Chinese Lantern ‘Alkekengi’

Chinese Lantern is a unique perennial grown for its bright orange to red paper-like lanterns that develop in late summer and fall. It thrives in full to part sun with moderate water and spreads vigorously by rhizomes, so site it carefully or contain it. Portland gardeners prize the dried seed pods for fall arrangements and crafts. The lanterns persist well into winter, providing seasonal interest long after most perennials have finished blooming.