Brighten shaded corners of your garden with Ligularia dentata, a striking heirloom perennial known for its bold, heart-shaped foliage and clusters of golden-orange daisy-like blooms. This garden favorite thrives in moist soils and adds both texture and vibrant color to borders, water features, and shaded landscapes.
Features & Specifications:
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Plant Type: Hardy perennial flowering plant
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Seed Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO, High-Quality Seeds
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Growth Habit: Clump-forming with tall flower stalks and dramatic foliage
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Height: Grows 3–5 ft tall when mature
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Blooming Season: Mid to late summer
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Uses: Shade gardens, borders, pond edges, ornamental landscaping
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Suitable For: Outdoor gardens, cottage-style planting, perennial beds
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Soil Preparation: Prefers rich, consistently moist, well-draining soil.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds 1/8 inch deep in prepared soil or starter trays.
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Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, especially during germination and growth.
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Sunlight: Thrives in partial shade; tolerates full sun if soil is kept moist.
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Temperature: Best germination at 18–22°C (65–72°F).
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Germination Time: 21–30 days under proper conditions.
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Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors once they are 3–4 inches tall and frost risk has passed.
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Care Tips: Mulch around the base to conserve moisture; cut back spent flower stems to encourage healthy foliage growth.
