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Ligularia dentata 'Britt Marie Crawford' Ragwort


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4"x5" Pot

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$14.99
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Superbly handsome leaves of gigantic proportion in thick dark burgundy black are smashing by themselves. Interesting pods shoot out clusters bright gold-orange daisy type blooms in clusters. Certified Too-Die-For Plant! Tolerates short spells of drier conditions.

The genus is huge, and the best of the species are large, handsome plants of great charm that thrive in full sun when moisture is reliable or even constant, and partial shade where it is not. Its large, 6in leaves are chocolate maroon above and purple beneath. In late summer, a multitude of Daisy-like, bright yellow-orange flowers top off the show.

 

Plant Specifications/Additional Information

Height: 36-48 InchesDeer Resistant
Width: 24-36 Inches
Zone: 3-9 Zone Map
Exposure: Part Sun
Landscape Uses: Group, Mass Plantings, Woodlands, Streams, Ponds, Butterflies, Deer Resistant
Bloom: Yellow-orange
Blooms: Late Summer
Cannot ship to: HI/PR


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These plants need to be kept moist and grown in partial shade in hot areas. Prefer early morning and late evening sun.

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.

Propagation Method: Division
Root Form: Fibrous
Soil Condition: Loamy, Well drained, Neutral ph
Environmental: Humidity intolerant
Pests: Snails, slugs