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Ficaria verna 'Coppernob'

Also Known As

  • Ranunculus ficaria 'Copper Knob'
  • Copper Knob Lesser Celandine

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 6"
  • W: 6"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Ficaria verna 'Coppernob' plant details

Ficaria verna 'Coppernob' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with black foliage. In spring and winter yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ficaria verna 'Coppernob'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous black
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and winter
Uses: edging plant, rock garden, summer dormant, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ficaria verna 'Coppernob'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Similar to 'Brazen Hussy' with almost black leaves, appearing late fall, lasting through spring. The flowers are more coppery-yellow, fading to almost white on the outside. Grow in average to wet soil. Summer dormant.
A double whammy of super dark shiny leaves paired with rich copper-orange flowers for a superb duo! 6 inches tall and wide.

Gardening facts about Ficaria verna 'Coppernob' plant

How to Grow Ficaria verna 'Coppernob'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • black
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glossy
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