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Botanical Name:
Ligularia dentata 'Britt Marie Crawford'
lig-yew-LAR-ee-ah den-TAY-tah
Genus:
Ligularia
In early spring, the fleshy stems of ‘Britt Marie Crawford’ ligularia unfurl and are topped by rounded burgundy leaves. By June, it reaches full-foliage splendor, with upturned leaves resembling glossy bowls and rich purple undersides. While this gem may wilt in the hot noonday sun, soft shade will soon revive it. At the start of summer, bright golden daisies appear, providing a bold contrast.
Care:
Likes moist soil. Don't let it dry out between waterings.
Propagation:
By division. Plants will not come true from seed.
Problems:
No serious problems.
posted by shorner47
6/21/2009
Region: Pacific Northwest
Zone: 6





I normally choose Xeric plants for my hot, dry climate, but was intrigued by the tropical look of the Ligularia. I planted it on the northside of my house in very sandy soil that is watered 15 minutes daily by my underground system. Our area normally gets about 7" of annual rainfall with temperatures well over 100 degrees during mid-summer. My plant has not only survived, but continues to thrive. I am very pleased with it.
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Photo/Illustration: Michelle Gervais