Ligularia
Ligularia
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Varieties We Bring In
Last received Jul 16, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
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About Ligularia
Ligularia is a bold shade perennial with large tropical-looking leaves and bright yellow flowers, hardy in zones 4–8 and marginal in zone 9b. In NE Florida's intense heat and humidity it is very challenging; only heat-tolerant cultivars like 'Othello' may persist with deep shade, consistently moist rich soil, and heavy mulching. Best treated as a temporary specimen or replaced annually. Starting at $24.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Loam, Acidic, Moist, Well-drained
Care essentials
Ligularia requires partial shade to full shade and cannot tolerate the intense midday sun of NE Florida summers; afternoon shade is essential to prevent wilting and leaf scorch. It is not well-adapted to zone 9b heat — even in deep shade it struggles with summer temperatures exceeding 90°F. If grown in NE Florida, use only the most heat-tolerant cultivars (e.g., 'Othello') in heavily shaded, moist microclimates.
Ligularia requires consistently high moisture — keep the soil evenly moist at all times. In NE Florida's sandy soils, daily watering during summer may be necessary; mulch heavily to retain moisture and cool the root zone. Note that despite high moisture needs, drainage must still be adequate — soggy, compacted soil promotes crown rot.
Plant in rich, moist, organic loamy soil with slightly acidic pH (5.5–6.5); amend sandy Florida soils heavily with compost before planting. Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring. Given Ligularia's marginal adaptability in zone 9b, optimal soil preparation is critical — this plant is best suited to gardeners willing to provide intensive summer care.
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Common questions
Is Ligularia a good plant for St. Augustine?
Ligularia is a plant for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 2-5 ft × 2-4 ft.