A wow worthy plant that thrives in shade and blooms too This evergreen clump forming tropical perennial has stunning round shiny leaves that resemble tractor seats or lily pads. Clusters of daisy like yellow flowers appear in late fall or early Winter on branched stems, hovering over the glossy foliage. Widely sought after for textural contrast in shady woodland gardens, boggy areas, pond banks, container gardens and for the back of a perennial border. Evergreen in warm Winter climates, the foliage dies to the ground when temperatures fall below freezing. Best grown in moist soils that never dry out.
Botanical Name: Farfugium japonicum
Eye catching leaves have a leathery tropical look
Often massed as a ground cover beneath the tree canopy
Bright yellow daisy flowers in late fall attract bees and butterflies
Prefers organically rich moist soil, not fussy about pH level
Grows best in part shade to full shade, too much Sun will cause the leaves to wilt or burn
Typically grows 2 ft. tall by 2 ft. wide
Evergreen only in the warmest Winter climates
Generally disease free, deer and rabbit resistant
To accommodate mature size, space about 18 in. away from other plants or structures, for hedges, space 18 in. on center
Toxic to humans and pets
Outdoor hardy only in USDA plant hardiness zones 7 to 10
