Doronicum pardalianches (great leopard's bane) — herbaceous perennial

Overview

Doronicum pardalianches is a herbaceous perennial in the genus Doronicum, part of the Asteraceae family. It typically grows around 1.0 m tall. Doronicum pardalianches grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. It is native to Europe.

About

Doronicum pardalianches is a herbaceous perennial in the Asteraceae that bears yellow, daisy-like flower heads from April to June. It typically reaches about 1.0 m and carries a clump-forming habit. The plant favours full sun and tolerates sandy, loamy or clay soils provided they remain moist but well-drained. Fully hardy (H7) and rated USDA 5–9, it is native to Europe.

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About the genus

Doronicum is a genus of flowering plants in the sunflower family, known as leopard's bane. They are all herbaceous perennials native to Europe, southwest Asia and Siberia. They produce yellow, daisy-like flowerheads in spring and summer.

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In the garden

Doronicum pardalianches belongs to the Asteraceae and originates from Europe; in the UK it is valued for its early-season yellow blooms that appear from April to June. Plants form upright clumps that reach roughly 1.0 m, bringing a clear vertical presence to the border at a time when many summer perennials are still low. Give it a sunny position and a soil that holds moisture without becoming waterlogged: sandy, loamy or clay types are all acceptable when drainage is adequate. The species is fully hardy (H7), corresponding to reliable survival through UK winters, and also fits within USDA zones 5–9. Plant where soil remains steadily moist rather than bone dry and avoid shaded, compacted corners. Use Doronicum pardalianches in mixed herbaceous borders or grouped on sunny bankings where its spring display can be seen against lower-growing companions. After flowering, remove spent stems to tidy the clump and allow the basal foliage to persist; cutting back flowered stems to the rosette helps maintain a neat outline and reveals fresh leaves for the summer.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Doronicum

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Sandy, Loamy, Clay
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
UK hardiness: H7

Plant details

Doronicum pardalianches size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: herbaceous perennial
Height: 1.0 m
Native to: Europe

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Doronicum pardalianches?

Doronicum pardalianches prefers full sun.

What soil does Doronicum pardalianches need?

Doronicum pardalianches is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

How big does Doronicum pardalianches grow?

Doronicum pardalianches reaches a height of 1.0 m.

Is Doronicum pardalianches hardy in the UK?

Doronicum pardalianches has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.

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