Ligularia dentata Britt Marie Crawford
Ligularia 'Britt Marie Crawford' photo courtesy of Walters Gardens
Bigleaf Ligularia

'Britt Marie Crawford' has broad, glossy, dark chocolate leaves with dark purple undersides make an extremely bold statement in the garden. In late summer, golden orange, daisy-like flowers are perched atop purplish-black stems for an all-together captivating composition. It is a great addition to a partially shady site.

  • Height: 60-90 cm (24-35 in)
  • Spread: 60-90 cm (24-35 in)
  • Cold Hardiness: Zone 4-9
  • Sun or Shade: partial shade
  • Bloom Time: late summer
  • Leaf Colour: chocolate brown
  • Bloom Colour: yellow
  • Nature Attraction: bees and butterflies

Growing and Maintenance Tips

Ligularias need to be situated in a cool, moist location protected from hot afternoon sun. Morning sun is recommended to develop good leaf colour. If the hot sun hits the plant it will wilt, although it will recover as soon as it cools down. Lots of organic material incorporated into the soil is also beneficial. They are excellent plants to grow along the edge of a shady pond or in a moist area of a woodland garden.

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