Bring dramatic foliage and bold blooms to your garden with Gunnera Manicata, a striking flowering plant known for its massive leaves and unique tropical appearance. Perfect for shaded areas, borders, and water-edge planting, this hardy plant is ideal for home gardeners seeking a bold and unusual display.
Features & Benefits:
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Produces large, impressive leaves and vibrant flowers
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Shade-tolerant, ideal for shaded garden areas
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Heirloom seeds, non-GMO, suitable for sustainable gardening
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Perfect for borders, water features, and garden beds
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Low-maintenance once established
Specifications:
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Seed Type: Perennial flowering plant
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Variety: Gunnera Manicata
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Plant Height: 4–6 feet (leaf spread can reach 6–8 feet)
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Bloom Season: Summer
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Sunlight: Partial to full shade
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Soil Requirement: Well-draining soil
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Watering: Moderate; maintain even moisture
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Soil Preparation: Use well-draining soil in shaded or partially shaded areas.
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Sowing: Sow seeds lightly on the soil surface and press gently; cover very lightly.
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Spacing: Space seedlings 3–4 feet apart to accommodate mature leaf spread.
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Watering: Keep soil consistently moist during germination and early growth.
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Light Requirement: Partial to full shade promotes strong growth and large leaves.
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Germination Time: 20–40 days under moderate conditions (65–75°F).
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Transplanting: Transplant seedlings carefully when 3–4 inches tall to permanent garden locations.
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Maintenance: Remove faded flowers and leaves to maintain plant health; minimal pruning needed.
