About

Doronicum carpetanum is a rhizomatous herbaceous perennial producing the characteristic heart-shaped basal leaves and bright-yellow, daisy-like flowerheads of the genus in spring. A reliable and cheerful perennial for a sunny or partly shaded border.

About the genus

Doronicum, the leopard's banes, are rhizomatous or tuberous-rooted herbaceous perennials with heart-shaped basal leaves and bright-yellow, daisy-like flowerheads on erect stems in spring. Among the earliest yellow daisies of the gardening year, reliable and easy perennials for sunny or partly shaded borders.

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, containers, naturalising in grass.

Care notes

CultivationPlant at appropriate depth in well-drained soil.
PruningAllow foliage to die back naturally after flowering.
PropagationDivide offsets or bulbils when dormant.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.