Petasites paradoxus
Sweet Coltsfoot
- Perennial
- 20-30 cm high
- Light-coloured flowers
- Silvery-grey foliage
- Valuable foliage plant
Blooms early as February with small white flowers. Attractive gray / green leaves for shade and moist soil.
Garden use
Ornamental value and special features
Growth
Characteristics
| Height | 20 - 30 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | February - March |
| Flower colour | White |
| Leaf colour | Grey-green |
| Growth habit | Tuft |
| Growth rate | Medium |
| Hardiness | down to about -20°C |
Site conditions
| Light | Filtered, Shade |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Moist |
| Soil | Normal |
| Soil fertility | Normal |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Petasites paradoxus |
|---|---|
| Genus | Petasites |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Common names | EN: Sweet Coltsfoot |
