Petasites fragrans
WINTER HELIOTROPE
Asteraceae

 
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Plant type: herbaceous rhizomatous soft-wooded perennial

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: warm low sun to shade

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
0.3m
Plant habit
 
1.5m

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Garden Styles: suits tropical & cottage designs

Uses: mass planting, border

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average

 
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Petasites fragrans
WINTER HELIOTROPE
Asteraceae

 

  Plant type: herbaceous rhizomatous soft-wooded perennial

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: warm low sun to shade

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
0.3m
Plant habit
 
1.5m

FEATURES

Flowers: moderately fragrant flowers in mauve or purple

Flowering Time: early spring, late winter


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits tropical & cottage designs

Uses: mass planting, border

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average



HAZARDS

Weed Potential: yes






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