A large clump-forming perennial with long black stems and boldly toothed leaves, slender racemes of yellow flowers with orange-yellow centres. Max Height 1.8m. Max Spread 1m. Flowers June to August. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Ligularia ‘The Rocket’
A large clump-forming perennial with long black stems and boldly toothed leaves, slender racemes of yellow flowers with orange-yellow centres.
Additional information
| Generic | Ligularia |
|---|---|
| Species | |
| Varietry | 'The Rocket' |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | yellow, orange |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 1.8m |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Spread | 1m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Bog garden |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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