Ligularia dentata 'Garden Confetti'

Bigleaf Ligularia

Herbaceous Perennial

Large, leathery leaves up to 12 inches across with exceptionally colorful variegation that evolve in shades of pink, purple, and bronze. Colors are especially intense in early spring. Stems are dark purple. Though primarily grown for its foliage, it does have yellow summer flowers in slender, dense racemes. Clumping habit. Best if protected from the hottest sun and kept evenly moist.

Growing Conditions

Zone: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Exposure: Part Sun, Part Shade, Open Shade

Water Needs: Regular / Even

Description

Size: 30 - 36 tall x 24 - 36 wide
Shape / Form: Clumping
Foliage Texture: Bold
Foliage Quality: Bold

Features: Attractive Foliage, Attracts Butterflies, Low Maintenance

Foliage Color: Burgundy / Maroon, Magenta / Deep Pink, Pink, Variegated
Leaf Shape: Round

Flower Color: Yellow
Bloom Season: Summer
Flower Shape: Daisy / Composite

Uses and Applications

Landscape Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Beds and Borders, Container, Mixed Border
Special Situations: Deer Resistant, Wet Soil Tolerant
Wildlife: Butterflies, Deer Resistant

More Design Considerations

Season of Interest: Spring, Summer, Fall, Three Seasons of Interest
Position / Role: mid-plane filler

Care and Maintenance

Maintenance Level: low
Maintenance Tasks: Deadheading

Suitable Substitutes

Ligularia dentata 'Britt-Marie Crawford' | Bigleaf Ligularia

Perfect Partners

Heucherella 'Hopscotch' | Fun and Games® 'Hopscotch' Foamy Bells