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aka Ligularia

When I first saw this plant a few years ago it was a definite have to have. The deep maroon, large luscious round leaves have a hint of the erotic about them. Bright orange/yellow flowers appear in summer but are insignificant compared to the foliage. Yum.

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aka Elephant Ears

This is a bold specimen perennial that needs a moist location. It forms a mound of large, rounded dark, shiny purple-black leaves. Taller stems appear in mid summer bearing clusters of bright golden-orange daisy flowers. Superb for the back of the border, or at the waterside. Perennial.

An unusual centerpiece for a tub or large container. Both the flowers and leaves are great for cutting.

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aka Tractor Seat Ligularia

If you are looking for fabulous foliage then the leaves of the 'Tractor Seat' Ligularia are hard to beat. Large, glossy, green and textured, the leaves put on an outstanding display in a shady spot. Stems of yellow flowers in autumn-winter. Evergreen.

This plant is commonly known as Ligularia but is more correctly called Farfugium japonicum var giganteum

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Rukuhia Beauty is the perfect, shade loving, groundcover for smaller gardens with its lush foliage of dark green. Likes moist earth and a dressing of slow release fert to support its growth periods. Low maintenance plant with high return, looks great planted enmasse. Perennial

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aka Leopard Plant

Outstanding foliage plant with large lush rounded leaves decorated with yellow spots. The yellow daisy like flowers appear in summer but are not the main feature compared to the leaves. Will grow in sun or semi-shade, prefers soil that does not dry out too much in summer. Evergreen.

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A clump forming striking perennial with big yellow spotted green leaves. This plants grows in sun or partially shade. Forms a great highlight in woodland areas. The yellow daisy like flowers appear in summer but are not the main feature compared to the leaves. Prefers not to dry out in summer.

aka Statice

This one is colorful to the eye with green foliage that produces tall, finely branched flower stems that are covered in numerous small cherry-red flowers with yellow shading in Spring and throughout Summer. Excellent as a picked flower and dried for flower bouquets as they are long lasting. Perennial

aka Statice

A lovely perennial of green foliage that produces tall, finely branched flower stems that are covered with an abundance of small white flowers and soft yellow details that creates a light, graceful display. Likes full sun and well drained soil. Evergreen.

Ideal for picking gardens and cottage gardens as can last a long time fresh or used in dry arrangements.

aka Statice

With a lovely base of green leaves this perennial produces tall, fine stems filled with delicate deep-pink and yellow flowers. These create an impressive display in the garden and with long lasting flowers they can be picked and dried for arrangements. Perennial.

aka Statice

This Statice will add a fresh feel to the garden. With low, green foliage it will produce bright yellow papery flowers on tall stems. This cheerful perennial is ideal for a picking garden, cottage or coastal where they can be picked fresh or dried for arrangements. Perennial.