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Rocket Ligularia

Botanical Name
Ligularia stenocephala 'The Rocket'
Min Zone
5
Max Zone
8
Height
3 to 4 feet
Width
2 to 4 feet
Flowers
Early to mid summer: yellow spikes
Light
Part to full shade
Soil
Moist to wet, organic
Planting & Care
  • Flower spikes will bend towards the light, however the foliage wilts in full sun
  • Best sited in part (afternoon) shade or dappled shade
  • Do not allow the soil to dry out
  • Protect from damaging winds
  • Divide in spring
Problems
None serious

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