
Plant Type: Perennials
A recent and amazing selection of Ligularia or Elephant Ears, this is a bold specimen perennial that needs a moist location. It forms a clump of large, rounded maroon-black leaves. Taller stems appear in midsummer, bearing clusters of bright golden orange daisy flowers. Superb for the back of the border, or at the waterside. An unusual centerpiece for a tub or large container. Both the flowers and leaves are great for cutting.
Currently not available for online purchase.
Growing & Maintenance Tips:
Slugs can be troublesome. In warm summer regions plan to grow this in shade.
Flower Color
Golden yellow-orangeFoliage Color
Maroon blackPlant Spread
30-36 in.Good Companions
Aster novae-angliae 'Purple Dome', Tradescantia (Spiderwort), Hosta 'Blue Angel', Geranium 'Rozanne', Acorus calamus 'Variegatus'
Plant Height
35-45 in.Scape Height
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Hardness Zone
3-9Soil Moisture
Moist or wet water needsCharacteristics & Attributes
Attributes
Accent, Border, Containers, Cut flower, Mass plant, Specimen, Waterside, Woodland
Bloom Time
Mid-Late summerCritter Resistance
Deer resistantExposure
Part shadeGrowth Rate
MediumSeasonal Interests
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