leopard plant
Ligularia 'Bottle Rocket'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 8
Flowers:
Golden yellow Flowers
Sun:
Part shade,full shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
purple,black
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Leopard plants should be watered about once or twice a week, depending on the season. When watering the plant, ensure that the soil is damp but not saturated with water. In the spring and summer, water the Leopard plant every 7 to 10 days allowing the soil to become almost dry before watering. In the autumn and winter, water the plant every 10 to 14 days. As always, use good judgement when watering your Leopard plant.
sunlight
Leopard Plant (Ligularia 'Bottle Rocket') should receive about 4 to 6 hours of direct, bright sunlight per day. In spring and summer, it should be positioned in full sun during the late morning and early afternoon hours to take full advantage of the brightest light. During the winter months, the plant should be moved to an area where it receives morning sun and bright light the majority of the day.
pruning
Leopard Plant (Ligularia 'Bottle Rocket') should be pruned once a year, in the spring, right after the risk of frost has passed. Pruning is done to maintain a neat and tidy appearance. To prune, cut back the old, at least 1-year-old stems to the base of the plant, remove dead flowers and seedpods, and pinch back or thin any long or leggy stems. Pruning will stimulate new growth, producing a more compact, attractive, and denser foliage.
