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Giant Leopard Plant - Description
- Botanical name: Farfugium japonicum var. giganteum
- Common names: Giant Leopard Plant, Tractor Seat Plant
- Evergreen, clump-forming perennial
- Native to Japan and East Asia
- Features bold, glossy, rounded leaves up to 30cm across
- Produces clusters of bright yellow, daisy-like flowers in autumn and winter
Giant Leopard Plant - Characteristics
- Habit: Low clumping perennial with architectural foliage
- Height and Spread: Typically 60–90cm tall, spreading up to 90cm
- Leaves: Large, leathery, kidney-shaped, evergreen
- Flowers: Yellow, daisy-like blooms held above foliage in late season (Autumn & Winter)
- Hardiness: H3 (Up to -5)
- Soil: Moist but well-drained, rich in organic matter
- Position: Thrives in partial to full shade
Giant Leopard Plant - Uses
- Excellent architectural foliage plant for shaded borders
- Ideal for woodland gardens and damp, sheltered sites
- Perfect for large containers and courtyard displays
- Provides late-season colour with autumn and winter flowers
- Works well in planting schemes with ferns, hostas, and shade-loving perennials
Giant Leopard Plant - Care Instructions
- Plant in consistently moist, fertile soil with good drainage
- Position in partial or full shade to prevent leaf scorch
- Mulch in autumn to retain soil moisture and protect roots
- Remove any frost-damaged leaves in spring to encourage fresh growth
- Water well in summer; do not allow soil to dry out completely
- Divide clumps in spring if needed for propagation
- Watch for slugs and snails which may feed on young leaves
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