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    PETASITES
    PETASITES
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    PETASITES

    Commonly known as Butterbur

    Genus of about 19 species of dioecious, rhizomatous perennials from Europe, Asia and North America, some found in mountainous regions, others in swampy sites, by streams and in moist woodland.

    P. fragrans, Winter heliotrope, is the widely found, winter-fragrant garden escape.

    Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
    • Good to know
      Moisture-loving plant of the daisy family with kidney-shaped leaves.
    • Place of origin
      Europe, Asia, North America.
    • Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennial
      Rhizomatous perennials
    • Herbaceous
    View Planting Tips and Care Advice
    Herbaceous Plants - Video Collection
    Petasites - Growing Guide

    varieties

    Useful extras...

    Vermin & Pest Control
    SB Plant Invigorator
    This is a non-biological non-chemical plant insecticide and mildewcide. Works against the physical motion of the insect. Perfect for all plants and edible crops.
    500 ml
    £8.00
    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
    Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
    Small - 60g sachet
    £3.00
    Medium - 150gm sachet
    £6.00
    Large - 360gram sachet
    £12.00
    Unavailable
    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
    All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants. Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
    1 ltr
    £8.50
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