Overview
Ligularia przewalskii 'Light Fingered' is a clump forming, columnar upright herbaceous perennial in the genus Ligularia, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ligularia przewalskii 'Light Fingered' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include sub-tropical and architectural.
About
Ligularia przewalskii 'Light Fingered' is a clump-forming, columnar upright herbaceous perennial within the Ligularia genus, known for its sturdy plants with large, often lobed foliage. This deciduous cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring sheltered, south- or west-facing aspects. It is suited to a range of soil types including clay, loam, and chalk, with a preference for poorly-drained yet fertile soil. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is valued for its architectural presence and is best propagated by division in spring or after flowering, with interest primarily in spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Ligularia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Poorly-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Ligularia przewalskii 'Light Fingered' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming, Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Sub-tropical, Architectural
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Ligularia przewalskii 'Light Fingered'
- Propagation
- Division in spring, after flowering
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, Snails
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Ligularia przewalskii 'Light Fingered'?
Ligularia przewalskii 'Light Fingered' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Ligularia przewalskii 'Light Fingered' need?
Ligularia przewalskii 'Light Fingered' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including clay, loam and chalk. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays poorly-drained.
Is Ligularia przewalskii 'Light Fingered' hardy in the UK?
Ligularia przewalskii 'Light Fingered' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Ligularia przewalskii 'Light Fingered'?
Division in spring, after flowering.
More in the Ligularia genus
- Ligularia calthifolia
- Ligularia dentata 'Little Golden Ray'
- Ligularia duciformis
- Ligularia przewalskii 'Dragon's Breath'
- Ligularia curvisquama Hand.-Mazz.
- Ligularia sibirica var. racemosa