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Ligularia japonica

Also Known As

Japanese Ligularia

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 36"
W: 36"

planting zones

4a-7b

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Ligularia japonica plant details

Ligularia japonica is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer orange flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ligularia japonica

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 36 IN wide, 36 IN tall
Flowers: orange blooms in fall and summer
Uses: big leaves, cut leaves, tropical-looking, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ligularia japonica

USDA Zones: 4a - 7b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This ligularia has large, bold, glossy green and deeply divided leaves. The flower buds looks like tiny pumpkins and produces dark yellow, daisy-like blossoms. A great specimen plant for the shade or sunnier positions if good moisture is available.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

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By: Karl Gercens III

By: Karl Gercens III

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How to Grow Ligularia japonica

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- orange
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- glossy

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Farfugium japonicum var. giganteum

aka Farfugium japonicum 'Giganteum', Farfugium reniforme, Farfugium tussilaginea 'Gigantea', Ligularia tussilaginea, Ligularia tussilaginea 'Gigantea', Giant Leopard Plant

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

7b-11

Size

Height: 18"-48"

Width: 24"-48"

mostly sun - shade
even moisture - regular

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Farfugium japonicum 'Crispatum'

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