Gunnera sp.

Also Known As

Dinosaur Food

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 8'
W: 8'

planting zones

7a-10b

Gunnera sp. plant details

Gunnera sp. is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Grows well with sun - bright shade and standing water - high water. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gunnera sp.

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: gunneraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 FT wide, 8 FT tall
Uses: big leaves, textural

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gunnera sp.

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: standing water - high

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Super-sized, prehistoric perennial of gargantuan proportions! 8' x 8' – this plant needs elbow room, bright light and rich moist soil (but not wet feet in winter). Protect the crown over the winter – lobed leaves to 5' across have soft 'teeth' on stem undersides – mysterious cones are partially obscured by leaves…unless of course, the brontosaurus eats them! Probably a seedling hybrid of G.tinctoria x G.manicata.