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Ligularia przewalskii 'Dragon Wings'

Also Known As

Dragon Wings Ligularia

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 32"
W: 36"

planting zones

4a-8b

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Ligularia przewalskii 'Dragon Wings' plant details

Ligularia przewalskii 'Dragon Wings' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ligularia przewalskii 'Dragon Wings'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 36 IN wide, 32 IN tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, showy, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ligularia przewalskii 'Dragon Wings'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The dramatic, leathery leaves are 12 inches across and deeply cut like a snowflake or the wings of a mythical creature. Yellow summer flowers in slender, dense racemes. The leaves and flower spikes have dark purple stems that add to the drama. Clumping habit. Best if protected from the hottest sun and kept evenly moist.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Deeply cut like a snowflake or the wings of a mythical creature, the huge leathery 12" leaves of this 4-5' perennial are a show alone, but are supplemented by a purple stalk of yellow flowers in summer. PSh/M (not dry) PPAF

By: Forestfarm

The dramatic, leathery leaves are 12 inches across and deeply cut like a snowflake or the wings of a mythical creature. Yellow summer flowers in slender, dense racemes. The leaves and flower spikes have dark purple stems that add to the drama. Clumping habit. Best if protected from the hottest sun and kept evenly moist.

By: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.

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Gardening facts about Ligularia przewalskii 'Dragon Wings' plant

How to Grow Ligularia przewalskii 'Dragon Wings'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- humidity tolerant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 24"-48"

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