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
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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