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We received some Ligularia on 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.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
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.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Pet toxicity: not on file, check before planting where pets chew
Pet safety guideAbout 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.
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?
Mature size: 2-5 ft × 2-4 ft. Light: Part Shade, Full Shade. Water needs: High.