Ligularia dentata 'Britt-Marie Crawford' PP16113 |
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Photo Courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.
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| | Common Name: Ligularia-Bigleaf |
Broad, glossy, dark chocolate leaves with dark purple undersides make an extremely bold statement in the garden. In late summer, golden orange, daisy-like flowers are perched atop purplish-black stems for an all-together captivating composition. There's nothing quite like it!
Breeder: James Crawford
Introducer: Cotswold Garden
Origin: Not Native to North America
Characteristics:
Height:
3-4 Feet
Spread:
2-3 Feet
Flower Color:
Gold/Orange Shades
Foliage Color:
Purple shades
Sun or Shade?:
Part shade (4-6 hrs. direct sun)
Wet or dry?:
Consistent water needs
Want to see wings?:
Attracts butterflies
Need critter resistant plants?:
Deer resistant
How fast should it grow?:
Medium
When should it bloom?:
Late summer
How's your soil?:
Average Soil
Fertile Soil
Sweet or Sour Soil?:
Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)
What's your garden style?:
Container/Patio
Woodland/Shade
Rain Garden
Eclectic
Ligularias are at their best when grown in cool, moist locations in part shade. Protection from the hot, afternoon sun in the south is essential to prevent wilting. They are a natural for the pond side where there is a constant supply of moisture, though they do require good drainage.