Overview
Farfugium japonicum 'Shishi Botan' is a clump forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Farfugium, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Farfugium japonicum 'Shishi Botan' grows best in partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include flower borders and beds and ground cover.
About
Farfugium japonicum 'Shishi Botan' is a clump-forming evergreen perennial cultivar within the Farfugium genus, known for its simple, rounded or ovate foliage and late autumn to early winter yellow daisy-like flowers. It thrives in partial shade and can be grown in a variety of soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, provided the soil is moist but well-drained. Suitable for flower borders, beds, and ground cover, this cultivar prefers fertile, well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed sown in containers in a cold frame or by division in spring. It is hardy to UK zone H3.
About the genus
Farfugium is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, native to streams and seashores in east Asia. They are rhizomatous evergreen perennials with rounded leathery leaves and bright yellow flowers in autumn and winter. Species include Farfugium japonicum, with variegated cultivars for use in horticulture.SpeciesFarfugium hiberniflorum (Makino) Kitam.
Wikipedia contributors, "Farfugium", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Farfugium
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Farfugium
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Farfugium japonicum 'Shishi Botan' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Flower borders and beds, Ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Farfugium japonicum 'Shishi Botan'
- Propagation
- Seed sown in containers in a cold frame in winter or spring, Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Slugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Farfugium japonicum 'Shishi Botan'?
Farfugium japonicum 'Shishi Botan' prefers partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Farfugium japonicum 'Shishi Botan' need?
Farfugium japonicum 'Shishi Botan' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Farfugium japonicum 'Shishi Botan' hardy in the UK?
Farfugium japonicum 'Shishi Botan' has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Farfugium japonicum 'Shishi Botan'?
Seed sown in containers in a cold frame in winter or spring, Division in spring.