Farfugium japonicum ‘Gigantea’

If you’re after bold foliage with a touch of the theatrical, ‘Gigantea’ delivers in style. Its vast, glossy leaves look like oversized lily pads, catching every drop of light and bringing instant jungle drama to shaded corners. Then, just when you least expect it, late autumn brings a burst of golden, daisy-like flowers , a splash of cheer as the rest of the garden winds down.

In UK gardens this Japanese perennial is tougher than it looks. It thrives in moist, fertile soil in partial to full shade, pairing beautifully with ferns, hostas, and bananas. Hardy to around –5 °C, it’s worth giving the crown a good winter mulch in colder areas, or overwintering in a pot under cover if frosts are severe. Keep it consistently moist and it will reward you with size, shine, and a striking architectural presence year after year.

Big, bold, and beautifully eccentric, the perfect plant to turn a shady border or container into a talking point.

gorgeous large plants in 3 litre pots