Ligularia dentata 'Pandora' ®
Ligulaire
- Perennial
- 20-50 cm high
- Yellow flowers
- Variegated foliage
- Valuable foliage plant
Compact, very dark-leaved form with dark purple and slightly serrated leaves, very unusually small for the species. Rich flowering and nectar source for many insects. For a damp place. Also very nice in a pot.
Garden use
Planting and use
Pots and small gardens
Moist or cool locations
For wildlife and biodiversity
Cut flower or dried flower
Ornamental value
Planting density
Plant about 5 - 7 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 20 - 50 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | July - September |
| Flower colour | golden, yellow |
| Leaf colour | purplish brown |
| Growth habit | wide |
| Growth rate | medium, slow |
| Hardiness | down to about -20°C |
Site conditions
| Light | sunny, morning sun, evening sun, open shade |
|---|---|
| Soil moisture | average, moist |
| Soil texture | normal, heavy |
| Humus | normal |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Ligularia dentata 'Pandora' |
|---|---|
| Genus | Ligularia |
| Family | Asteraceae |
