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Growth habit.

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Giant Groundsel
Ligularia wilsoniana

Asteraceae

Basal leaves are cordate, reniform. Petioles in this species are hollow. Flower racemes bear orange-yellow glowers with 6-8 ray florets apiece.

Plant Type: perennial

Plant Form or Habit: rounded/mounded

Plant Use: In beds and borders. Plant in groups.

Propagation:
division
Light Requirement: full sun/part shade

Flower Color:
yellow
Bloom Period:
mid-summer
late summer
Height: Minimum: 48 inches      Maximum: 72 inches

Width: Minimum: 36 inches     Maximum: 72 inches

Foliage Texture: coarse

USDA Hardiness Zone: 5

Water Requirements: high

Additional Comments: Prefers cool, moist conditions.


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