Photo of Ligularia dentata 'Othello' foliage by Karl Gercens III

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Ligularia dentata 'Othello'

Also Known As

  • Othello Leopard Plant

Plant type

perennial, aquatic

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Ligularia dentata 'Othello' plant details

Ligularia dentata 'Othello' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aquatic with burgundy and green foliage. In fall and summer orange and yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with dappled shade - shade and even moisture - high water. Does well in average and rich soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ligularia dentata 'Othello'

Plant type: perennial aquatic
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous burgundy and green
Mature size: 0 - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: big leaves, container plant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ligularia dentata 'Othello'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: dappled shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - high
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Grown particularly for its mound of large handsome purplish leaves, but also for the contrasting orangey -yellow daisy flowers held above the foliage. Dramatic effect in a shady spot or beside a water feature. Leaves will be green with a burgundy infusion in deep shade but in more sun leaves become more burgundy. Avoid afternoon sun as plants will likely wilt in these conditions unless kept very moist.
One of the most handsome of plants(G.S.Thomas) with large, leathery heart-shaped leaves, purple beneath, & bright-orange daisy-like flowers held well above the foliage; its bold leaves look nice with lacy ferns. PSh/Med(not dry)

Gardening facts about Ligularia dentata 'Othello' plant

How to Grow Ligularia dentata 'Othello'

  • Sun Exposure

    • dappled shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - high
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • burgundy
  • Flower Color

    • orange
    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glossy
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