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Golden Ray
Ligularia stenocephala 'The Rocket'
Small bright yellow daisies rocket up tall stems on this plant with green, deeply cut leaves.
Sometimes called Elephant Ears, this is a bold specimen perennial that needs a moist location. Plants form a clump of large, jagged-edged green leaves. Purplish black stems rise above in summer, bearing long spikes of bright-yellow daisy flowers. Superb for the back of the border, or at the waterside. An unusual centerpiece for a tub or large container. Both the flowers and leaves are great for cutting. Slugs can be troublesome. Clumps may be divided in the spring, every 3 to 4 years.
Characteristics:
Blooms mid to late summer
48-70 In
4-9 Find your zone
Partial Sun,Full Shade
Features and Usage:
Greenhouse Growing Instructions:
Grow warm at 60-70° F with long days keeping soil evenly moist. Once actively growing temperature can be dropped to 55-65 ° F and feed 100 - 1265 ppm N each watering. Provide 35% shade to avoid leaf burn and plant stress. Plants generally finish in 8-10 weeks based on growing conditions.
Plants Per Gallon: 1
Storage Temperature Prior to Planting: 38
Cooler Humidity Prior to Planting: Low
Transplanting Instructions:
Use a well draining professional potting soil leaving crown of plant at or just above the soil surface. Water well and apply a broad spectrum fungicide according to directions to avoid crown and root rot.
Homeowner Planting and Maintenance Tips:
Easy to grow in moist, well-drained soil. Prefers partial sun to full shade.
