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GUNNERA perpensa

Commonly known as River pumpkin

This species which is South African grows to around 2 feet and has green flower spikes from August

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Available late spring to early summer 2020 - These plants will be available again sometime in late spring/early summer depending on growing conditions.

individually £13.50 each, 3+ £11.00 each

Available late spring to early summer 2020

1.5 to 2 Litre

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Height - 75cm (30in)
Spread - 75cm (30in)
Herbaceous - Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch. - clump-forming perennial. Large, dark bluish-green, kidney-shaped leaves with prominent veins. Numerous small flowers are produced on slender spikes.
Hardy - average winter - Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)
Full sun - shelter from cold drying winds - protect crowns in frost prone areas.
Partial shade
Additional Features - Pests & Diseases - slugs, snails.
Place of origin - South Africa.
Garden Location/Conditions - Bog garden
Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -
Seasonal Interest - Autumn
Spring
Summer
Soil Conditions - Wet or boggy soil - - or deep, permanently moist, humus-rich soil.