Ligularia ‘Osiris Café Noir’
Dwarf Ligularia |
USDA Zone: 4-9 |
Plant number: 1.317.760
A unique Canadian selection of Ligularia or Elephant Ears, this is a bold-leaved specimen perennial that needs a moist location. It forms amidsized moundof large, jagged-edged leaves that emerge deep black-purple, ageing to bronze shades and eventually to olive green. Taller stems appear in midsummer, bearing golden-yellow daisy flowers. Superb for themiddle of the border, in containers or at the waterside. Both the flowers and leaves are great for cutting. This selection has fairly thick leaves but slugsmay stillbe troublesome and require control. In warm summer regions plan to grow this in shade.Quite likely hardy to Zone 3 or colder. Developed by Serge Fafard of Les Jardins Osiris in Quebec. USPP#21351: unlicensed propagation prohibited. Registered with COPF.
Further details for
Ligularia ‘Osiris Café Noir’
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Partial Shade
Soil Type Clay
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Average or Moist
Care Level Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour Yellow
Blooming Time Mid Summer Late Summer
Foliage Color Bronze Purple Black
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Attracts Butterflies Containers Cut Flower Deer Resistant Edging Massed Specimen Waterside Woodland
Flower Head Size Large
Height 50-60 cm 20-23 inches
Spread 45-60 cm 18-23 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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