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Leopard Plant ‘The Rocket’
Ligularia stenocephala The Rocket
Perennial for shade with tall yellow spikes. Ideal for moist soil and shady borders. Hardy, decorative and low maintenance.
Description
Height at maturity
1.20 to 1.80 m
Wingspan at maturity
0.80 to 1 m
Exposure
Shadow, half shadow
Flowering
July to September
Hardiness
-25°C
Origin
China - Japan
Leopard Plant ‘The Rocket’ – Ligularia stenocephala ‘The Rocket’
Native to East Asia (China and Japan), this plant belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is highly appreciated in gardens for its ability to thrive in shade and damp soil. ‘The Rocket’ is especially valued for its upright habit and vivid flowering.
Description and features
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Mature height: 1.2 to 1.8 m
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Mature width: 80 to 100 cm
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Habit: Upright, forming dense clumps
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Foliage: Large, toothed, dark green, decorative from spring to fall
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Growth: Moderate to fast
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Hardiness: Very hardy, down to -25 °C
Flowering and fruiting
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Blooming period: July to September
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Flowers: Tall spikes of bright yellow flowers
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Fruits: Small dry seeds, not showy
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Pollinators: Attracts bees and butterflies
Position and soil
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Light: Part shade to full shade, tolerates sun in moist soil
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Soil: Rich, deep, moist to wet, well-drained
Planting
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Best time: Spring or autumn
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Soil prep: Enrich with well-rotted compost
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Spacing: 80 cm between plants
Watering
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At planting: Regular watering
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When mature: Needs consistently moist soil, especially in summer
Pruning
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Maintenance: Remove faded flower stems in autumn
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Cleanup: Cut back dry foliage in late winter
Propagation
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By division in spring or fall
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Seed propagation is rare for cultivars
Garden uses
Perfect for:
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Shaded borders and woodland gardens
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Edges of ponds, streams, or wet areas
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Companion plants: hostas, ferns, astilbes, rodgersias
Traditional uses
No known medicinal or culinary uses. Strictly ornamental.
Disease and pest resistance
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Rarely affected by diseases
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Slugs and snails may damage young leaves
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Preventive advice: mulch and organic slug control
Growth advice
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Choose a shady or part-shady spot
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Keep the soil consistently moist
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Combine with other shade-loving perennials
In summary
Ligularia stenocephala ‘The Rocket’ is a stunning plant that brings height and brightness to shaded gardens. Bold flowers, lush foliage, and easy care.
Features
- Common name : Leopard Plant ‘The Rocket’
- Family : Asteraceae
- Category : perennial
- Spread : 0.80 to 1 m
- Foliage : deciduous
- Color of flowers : yellow
- Use : shrubbery - edge of undergrowth
- Soil : all
- Density per m² : 3
- Enemies : slugs
- Possible diseases : resistant to diseases
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