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    Petasites japonicus rubra

    Also Known As

    • Red Fuki
    • Red Japanese Butterbur
    • Red Sweet Coltsfoot

    Plant type

    perennial, aquatic

    size

    • H: 2'-3'
    • W: 3'-12'

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

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    Petasites japonicus rubra plant details

    Petasites japonicus rubra is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aquatic with. In spring red flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and standing water - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Petasites japonicus rubra

    Plant type: perennial aquatic
    Plant family: asteraceae
    Mature size: 3 FT - 12 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
    Flowers: red blooms in spring
    Uses: big leaves, red stems

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Petasites japonicus rubra

    USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
    Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
    Watering frequency: standing water - regular

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Huge deep green leaves with the richest burgundy red undersides and stems. Just as showy as the variegated one but in a more subtle way. Blooms are more red.

    By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

    Gardening facts about Petasites japonicus rubra plant

    How to Grow Petasites japonicus rubra

    • Sun Exposure

      • bright shade - shade

    • Water Needs

      • standing water - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable

    Features

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Flower Color

      • red

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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