Ligularia 'Rukuhia Beauty'

How to grow Ligularia 'Rukuhia Beauty' in NZ

Ligularia 'Rukuhia Beauty' grows best in part shade with moist humus rich soil. It prefers a cool root zone and benefits from mulch to conserve moisture. Water regularly during dry spells to prevent leaf wilt. This plant thrives near water features, damp borders and woodland gardens but will also perform in average soil provided consistent moisture is available. In sheltered shade it develops large healthy leaves and strong seasonal flower stems.

Ligularia 'Rukuhia Beauty' care tips

Ligularia 'Rukuhia Beauty' is low care when moisture needs are met. Water deeply in warm weather and feed with slow release fertiliser in spring for best foliage size. Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigour and remove spent flower stalks to tidy. Protect young growth from snails and slugs. With regular watering and light feeding this plant forms impressive leafy mounds with reliable flowering in late season.

Ligularia 'Rukuhia Beauty' size spacing and growth rate

Ligularia 'Rukuhia Beauty' generally grows 70 to 120 centimetres high in flower and spreads 60 to 100 centimetres wide. Space plants 80 to 120 centimetres apart to allow ample foliage expansion. Growth is moderate to fast in suitable conditions and clumps broaden steadily over time. Gardeners can expect standout foliage presence and strong late summer bloom display.

Landscaping uses for Ligularia 'Rukuhia Beauty'

Ligularia 'Rukuhia Beauty' suits woodland gardens, shade borders, pondside plantings and tropical style landscapes. Its bold leaves pair beautifully with hosta, heuchera, ferns and astilbe for layered contrast. Use as a single focal plant or mass for dramatic texture sweeps beneath trees or in low light spaces. The late season flowers add warmth and colour when many other perennials have finished.

Why buy Ligularia 'Rukuhia Beauty' from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company is NZs most trusted plant nursery supplying premium Ligularia 'Rukuhia Beauty' with strong root development and lush foliage growth. Each plant is carefully packed and shipped nationwide with guidance for successful establishment. Expect impressive leaf structure, late season colour and long term landscape value. For a bold moisture loving perennial with garden impact choose Ligularia 'Rukuhia Beauty' from The Plant Company.