Harvesting of Ligularia dentata 'Desdemona' (leopard plant) typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.
leopard plant
Ligularia dentata 'Desdemona'
Leopard plant (Ligularia dentata 'Desdemona') is an eye-catching perennial with large, glossy purplish-green foliage resembling the spots of a big cat. Its clustered yellow daisy-like flowers emerge on upright stems in late summer. With its dramatic size--reaching three to four feet tall--it adds drama to the landscape and creates a focal point for your garden. Ideal for shade gardens, the leopard plant is an easy-care perennial requiring occasional watering and deadheading for best performance. Perfect for making a statement in the garden, the leopard plant will bring you beauty for years to come.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 8
Flowers:
Yellow Flowers In Summer
Sun:
Filtered shade, Full sun only if soil kept moist, Part sun/part shade
Soil:
Humus rich
Fruits:
brown Fruits In Summer Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Leopard plant (Ligularia dentata 'Desdemona') should be watered once a week, allowing the soil to nearly dry out in between waterings. Make sure the soil is moist but not completely soaked. Too much water can lead to root rot so avoid overwatering. During the hot months of summer, increase watering to twice a week. In winter months, reduce watering to every 10-14 days. Yellow discoloration of the leaves is an indication that the plant needs more water.
sunlight
The leopard plant (Ligularia dentata 'Desdemona') does best in sunny spots that receive 4 to 5 hours of direct sun per day from morning until midday. This is ideal, as the plant does not require long periods of direct sunlight to thrive. It will also tolerate medium to bright shade, so it's a good option for areas with part-shade. However, the leopard plant will not tolerate heavy shade or deep shade. For best results, the leopard plant should receive full morning sun for the best flower display, although it will still flower with just 3 hours of sun exposure.
pruning
Leopard plant (Ligularia dentata 'Desdemona') should be pruned back in late winter or early spring. This should be done before the plant begins actively growing in the spring. Pruning should remove any dead or damaged growth as well as thinning out crowded areas for better air circulation and light penetration. Prune lightly and selectively, cutting back only a few of the old flower stalks and no more than 1 third of the plant's entire height. If the plant is overgrown, cut it back to about half its height.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Leopard plants typically start flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Starts Flowering
Leopard plants typically start flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Harvest Fruit
Harvesting of Ligularia dentata 'Desdemona' (leopard plant) typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.
