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Farfugium

Farfugium Japonicum

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Overview

Farfugium japonicum, commonly known as Leopard Plant, is a clump-forming perennial that thrives in partial to full shade. It features glossy, rounded leaves up to 12 inches across, creating a lush, tropical look. From late summer to fall, bright yellow daisy-like flowers on tall stems provide a striking contrast. Ideal for USDA zones 7-10, it reaches about 2 feet in height and spread. Prefers moist, well-drained soil with regular watering.

Sun Deep Shade, Full, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, HighZones 6–9Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — tropical feel to temperate landscapes; expect to see loose clusters of bright yellow
Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — as an accent in container plantingsFarfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — rounded to kidney-shaped foliage; perennial for deep shade or full or half or shadeFarfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — Ideal for USDA zones 7-10, it reaches about 2 feet in height and spreadFarfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — expect to see loose clusters of bright yellowFarfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — or -18&deg;C to -23&deg;C.<br><br>Typically reaching a height and spread of 1 to 2 feet; with individual leaves that can be 8Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — this plant thrives in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 10; perennial with yellow blooms, image 78+92

Culture

Sun
Deep Shade, Full, Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, High
USDA zones
6–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Asteraceae
Climate
Temperate

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Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — tropical feel to temperate landscapes; expect to see loose clusters of bright yellow
Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — as an accent in container plantings
Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — rounded to kidney-shaped foliage; perennial for deep shade or full or half or shade
Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — Ideal for USDA zones 7-10, it reaches about 2 feet in height and spread
Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — expect to see loose clusters of bright yellow
Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — or -18&deg;C to -23&deg;C.<br><br>Typically reaching a height and spread of 1 to 2 feet; with individual leaves that can be 8
Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — this plant thrives in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 10; perennial with yellow blooms, image 78
Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — is a clump-forming perennial that thrives in partial to full shade; enduring temperatures as low as 0&deg;F to -10&deg;F
Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — or -18&deg;C to -23&deg;C.<br><br>Typically reaching a height and spread of 1 to 2 feet
Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — When incorporating it into garden designs; the deep green leaves often showcase unique and attractive yellow to cream
Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — well-draining soil with an ample amount of organic material; is a clump-forming perennial that thrives in partial to full
Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — perennial for deep shade or full or half or shade
Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — and a protective mulch layer in colder regions to shield its rhizomatous roots from freezing temperatures
Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — perennial with yellow blooms; it prefers consistently moist
Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — enduring temperatures as low as 0&deg;F to -10&deg;F
Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — It features glossy, rounded leaves up to 12 inches across, creating a lush, tropical look; which account for its, image 71
Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — adding a striking contrast to the dark green backdrop.<br><br>For the landscaper; tropical feel to temperate landscapes
Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — varying from leaf to leaf
Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — Prefers moist, well-drained soil with regular watering
Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — commonly known as Leopard Plant
Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — consider using it as a border plant in shade gardens; protected from the harsh midday sun
Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — adding a striking contrast to the dark green backdrop.<br><br>For the landscaper
Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — It features glossy, rounded leaves up to 12 inches across, creating a lush, tropical look
Farfugium (Farfugium Japonicum) — From late summer to fall, bright yellow daisy-like flowers on tall stems provide a striking contrast; well-draining soil with
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