DORONICUM orientale

Commonly known as Leopard's bane

Bright yellow daisy flowers, excellent for cutting

DORONICUM orientale

Available Early Spring 2022 - Spring according to the Met office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore early spring is early March to mid-April. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.

individually £12.50 each , 3+ £10.00 each

Available Early Spring 2022

1.5 to 2 Litre

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Details
Mature Size
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Yellow
Height
To 60cm (24in)
Spread
90cm (36in)
Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennial
Slowly spreading rhizomatous perennial with elliptic, gently scalloped basal leaves 6-10cm (2½-4in) long. Produces solitary flowers 2.5-5cm (1-2in) across
Herbaceous Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
Hardy - very cold winter Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
Partial shade
Additional Features
Good to know - attractive to insects. Good for cutting.
Pests & Diseases
leaf spot, root rot.
Place of origin
southeastern Europe. Caucasus, Turkey, Lebanon.
Hardiness
Fully hardy
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soil - susceptible to root rot in wet areas.
Wildlife
Bee friendly
Rabbit Resistant