Ligularia ‘Pandora’

Common Name:
Ligularia ‘Pandora’

Description:
Ligularia ‘Pandora’ is a striking, compact perennial prized for its bold, ornamental foliage and bright contrasting flowers. Its rich, deep burgundy to near-black leaves form a dense mound that adds dramatic colour and texture to shaded garden spaces. In summer, golden-yellow daisy-like flowers rise above the foliage on slender stems, creating a vivid display against the dark background. Ligularia ‘Pandora’ performs best in Melbourne gardens when grown in moist, humus-rich soil with protection from harsh afternoon sun. It enjoys a partly shaded to fully shaded position and appreciates consistent moisture—ideal for boggy spots, pond edges, or shaded borders. Though compact in size compared to other ligularias, it still makes a strong visual impact in smaller gardens or pots. Regular watering during dry spells and protection from strong wind will keep the foliage looking its best.

Form:
Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding
Perennial

Mature Size:
Height: 30–40 cm
Width: 30–40 cm

Aspect:
Part Shade
Full Shade

Flowering:
Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:
Yellow

Key Attributes:
Suitable for Pots
Perennial
Bee Attracting
Striking Foliage
Moisture Loving
Shade Tolerant

Toxicity:
Mildly toxic if ingested. Keep away from pets and small children.

Companion Plants:
Hosta varieties
Astilbe
Ferns
Brunnera macrophylla
Carex (Sedges)

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