About
Petasites albus, the white butterbur, is a large, vigorous, rhizomatous perennial producing masses of creamy-white flowerheads on stout, scaly stems in early spring, before the large, heart-shaped leaves emerge. A bold plant for a moist, informal border or wild garden � can spread extensively.
About the genus
Petasites, the butterburs, are large, vigorous, rhizomatous perennials with very large, heart-shaped or kidney-shaped leaves and dense clusters of small, daisy-like flowerheads on scaly stems in early spring, before the leaves. Grown in moist, informal borders and wild gardens.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.