LITTLE ROCKET RAGWORT
LIGULARIA STE LITTLE ROCKET
Ligularia stenocephala 'Little Rocket' PP14,621
photo courtesy of Walters Gardens
LITTLE ROCKET RAGWORT
The 'Little Rocket' Ligularia (Ligularia stenocephala 'Little Rocket') is a showy perennial known for bringing a tropical feel and vertical interest to the shade garden. It is a compact form, typically reaching about 3 to 4 feet in height, making it well-suited for smaller spaces, borders, or even large containers. Its foliage is one of its main attractions: large, rich green, arrowhead-shaped leaves with saw-toothed edges create a bold, coarse texture. In mid to late summer, the plant sends up sturdy, deep burgundy-purple flower spikes that rise dramatically above the foliage, densely packed with bright, lemon-yellow, daisy-like blossoms, creating a spectacular display that also attracts butterflies.
Ligularia 'Little Rocket' thrives in partial shade in evenly moist, nutrient-rich, well-drained soil. It is an excellent choice for stream banks, bog gardens, or other naturally damp areas. To maintain plant vigor, deadhead spent flower stalks to encourage new growth or a possible second, smaller bloom. It is generally low-maintenance, but gardeners should watch for slugs and snails, which can damage the tender foliage, and should cut back the dead foliage in late fall or early spring.
con 1:
Nice Foliage. Full Pot.
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| LIGULARIA STE LITTLE ROCKET | con 1 | | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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KEY:
con = containers - available now
Galena = Above ground and available now
Additional = Remote location, call rep. Not in Shop.
Dig = Still in ground, call rep. Not in Shop (in orange).
Soon = Coming soon, call rep. Not in Shop.
(BBnPOT - formerly known as GRSTART - are B&B put into a container - they are available now)
