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Giant Gunnera

Gunnera Manicata

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Overview

Gunnera manicata, or Giant Gunnera, is an impactful perennial, boasting colossal, rhubarb-like leaves that can span up to 8 feet across, supported by spiky, thick stems. Ideal for a waterside focal point in USDA zones 7-10, it thrives in rich, moist soil, requiring ample space with a spread of 10 feet and a height of up to 8 feet. In summer, it produces red-green conical flower spikes, adding to its dramatic presence.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, HighZones 7–8Type Aquatic, PerennialClimate Subtropical
Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — requiring ample space with a spread of 10 feet and a height of up to 8 feet; in summer, it produces red-green, image 84

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, High
USDA zones
7–8

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Aquatic, Perennial
Family
Gunneraceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — where its roots can remain hydrated; this architectural plant originates from South America and is renowned for, image 50
Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — Ideal for a waterside focal point in USDA zones 7-10
Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — It's a visual anchor that creates a sense of lushness and drama; rhubarb-like leaves that can span up to 8 feet, image 95
Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — which can ascend to a stately 6 feet in height during the summer months; is an impactful perennial, image 92
Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — requiring ample space with a spread of 10 feet and a height of up to 8 feet; in summer, it produces red-green, image 44
Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — This architectural plant originates from South America and is renowned for its colossal; commonly known as the Giant Gunnera
Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — which can ascend to a stately 6 feet in height during the summer months
Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — Regular feeding and consistent moisture will ensure this plant maintains vigor and its signature grandeur, image 77
Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — Ideal for a waterside focal point in USDA zones 7-10; green and red flowers in the garden, image 103
Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — Regular feeding and consistent moisture will ensure this plant maintains vigor and its signature grandeur, image 97
Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — instantly transforming any garden scape into a tropical retreat
Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — where its roots can remain hydrated; this architectural plant originates from South America and is renowned for, image 90
Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — rhubarb-like leaves that can span up to 8 feet across; although hardy in USDA zones 7 to 10, image 102
Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — These spikes add a prehistoric touch to the garden aesthetic.<br><br>With a spread of up to 10 to 15 feet; it's, image 54
Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — green and red flowers in the garden; ideal for a waterside focal point in USDA zones 7-10, image 58
Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — instantly transforming any garden scape into a tropical retreat; rich soils and is particularly well-suited to, image 56
Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — Regular feeding and consistent moisture will ensure this plant maintains vigor and its signature grandeur; instantly
Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — green and red flowers in the garden; ideal for a waterside focal point in USDA zones 7-10, image 98
Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — This architectural plant originates from South America and is renowned for its colossal
Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — In summer, it produces red-green conical flower spikes, adding to its dramatic presence
Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — rhubarb-like leaves that can span up to 8 feet across; although hardy in USDA zones 7 to 10, image 82
Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — where its roots can remain hydrated; this architectural plant originates from South America and is renowned for its colossal
Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — These spikes add a prehistoric touch to the garden aesthetic.<br><br>With a spread of up to 10 to 15 feet
Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — Ideal for a waterside focal point in USDA zones 7-10; green and red flowers in the garden, image 63
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