Ligularia japonica 'Chinese Dragon'
Also Known As
- Chinese Dragon Ligularia
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 48"
- W: 36"
planting zones
- 4a-8b
Ligularia japonica 'Chinese Dragon' plant details
Ligularia japonica 'Chinese Dragon' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer orange and yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and even moisture - high water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ligularia japonica 'Chinese Dragon'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 36 IN wide, 48 IN tall
- Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in summer
- Uses: cut leaves, tropical-looking, woodland garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ligularia japonica 'Chinese Dragon'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
- Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - high
- Resistant to: deer, humidity
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Gardening facts about Ligularia japonica 'Chinese Dragon' plant
How to Grow Ligularia japonica 'Chinese Dragon'
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - high
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- orange
- yellow
Wildlife
- butterflies
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- glossy
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
7b-11
Size
Height: 18"-48"
Width: 24"-48"
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 1'-3'
Width: 1'-3'
- bright shade - shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 1'-2'
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
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Size
Height: 2'
Width: 2'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
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Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 32"
Width: 36"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture
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