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Ligularia 'pandora' / 2L
Ligularia Pandora
Confirmed format: 2 litre pot
Plant Highlights
- Striking dark purple to burgundy foliage
- Bright yellow-orange daisy-like blooms
- Compact and dwarf growth habit
- Thrives in moist to wet soils and shaded spots
- Suitable for containers and small gardens
Overview
Ligularia 'Pandora' is a charming, compact herbaceous perennial prized for its intense dark purple to burgundy foliage and bright yellow-orange summer blooms. Growing to a neat height and spread of around 35cm by 45cm, it brings dramatic contrast and vibrant colour to shaded areas, bog gardens, and moist borders. Its manageable, dwarf habit makes it an exceptional choice for gardeners looking to introduce rich foliage and cheerful floral displays to damp or shaded garden spaces.
Why We Love It
- Striking dark purple and burgundy foliage that creates immediate visual impact.
- Compact, dwarf habit perfectly suited to smaller gardens and containers.
- Vibrant yellow and orange flower heads appearing through the summer months.
- Superb choice for naturally damp, boggy, or moisture-retentive areas.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Ligularia Pandora |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Herbaceous Perennial |
| Foliage Persistence | Deciduous |
| Foliage Colour | Purple, black, bronze, and burgundy |
| Flower Colour | Yellow, orange, and multicolour |
| Flowering Season | July to September |
| Growth Habit | Clumping, upright, and bushy |
| Mature Height | 35 cm |
| Mature Spread | 45 cm |
| Position | Partial shade or shade |
| Soil | Clay or loam with moisture-retentive to boggy drainage |
| Hardiness | RHS H6 (down to -20°C) |
Growing Guide
| Position | Plant in a sheltered spot in partial shade or full shade. |
|---|---|
| Watering | Requires high moisture levels. Keep soil consistently moist, wet, or moisture-retentive, as this plant thrives in damp conditions. |
| Pruning | Prune back in March and April to clear away old growth and encourage fresh seasonal foliage. |
| Deadheading | Deadheading is optional depending on personal preference. |
Perfect For
- Shade gardens and damp borders
- Bog gardens and moisture-retentive planting schemes
- Patio containers and small gardens
- Wildlife and cottage garden designs
- Cut flower displays
Good to Know
- Displays a high tolerance for wet soils and pollution.
- Supports pollinators during its summer flowering window.
- Offers seasonal interest from May through October.
Product Information
| Product Title | Ligularia 'pandora' / 2L |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Ligularia Pandora |
| Supplied Format | 2L pot |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- perennial
- Soil & drainage
- Well drained
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