Ligularia sibirica

Synonyms

Cineraria sibirica

Herbaceous Perennial

A clump-forming, compact, herbaceous perennial to around 100cm in height, with basal rosettes of broadly ovate leaves emerging from strong rhizomes. In mid to late summer, the clusters of small, yellow fertile florets are surrounded by narrow, bright yellow ray florets and supported by often purplish red-tinged bracts. These open in sequence from the lowest upwards

Position

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil Types

Clay, Loam, Sand

Max Height

0.5-1 metres

Max Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
1 year
Max Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Max Height
0.5-1 metres

Growing Conditions

Clay Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained or Poorly–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H5

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Asteraceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Clump forming, Columnar upright
Genus
Ligularia are robust herbaceous perennials, with large, often attractively lobed leaves and yellow or orange, daisy-like flower-heads in terminal racemes or branching clusters
Name Status
Correct
Plant Range
Eurasia

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in moderately fertile, deep, reliably moist soil, in full sun or partial shade. Shelter from strong winds. Plants often wilt on bright windy days

Propagation

Propagate by division in spring, or after flowering

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Flower borders and beds

Pruning

No pruning required. Cut down withered stems in winter/early spring

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs and snails

Diseases

Generally disease-free