{"product_id":"farfugium-japonicum-var-giganteum","title":"Farfugium japonicum var. giganteum","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFarfugium japonicum\u003c\/i\u003e var. \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"25\"\u003egiganteum\u003c\/i\u003e (formerly \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"45\"\u003eLigularia tussilaginea\u003c\/i\u003e) is one of the most magnificent architectural shade plants available for the exotic garden. Rather than the spotted foliage of its cousins, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"208\"\u003egiganteum\u003c\/i\u003e is celebrated for sheer scale: producing massive, leathery, rounded leaves that can span over 30–45 cm across. Each kidney-shaped leaf carries an intense, deep green polish that looks buffed to a mirror finish. In late autumn and early winter, mature plants send up cheerful sprays of bright yellow, daisy-like flowers on sturdy stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eStarting with an autumn plug lets you establish this architectural beast months ahead of time. Pot it up now, let it settle on a cool indoor windowsill or under unheated glass over winter, and plant it out in spring with a dense root network ready to throw massive foliage from late spring onwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eWhy Start with a Winter Plug?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpring Head Start:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003eFarfugium\u003c\/i\u003e grows steadily in cool conditions. Overwintering a plug indoors or under glass gives you a strong, established crown primed to send up giant leaves as soon as the garden warms up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWinter Architectural Interest:\u003c\/b\u003e Robust, evergreen, glossy foliage that stays clean, green, and sculptural through the coldest months of the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExceptional Value:\u003c\/b\u003e Established 2L–3L specimens of \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"50\"\u003egiganteum\u003c\/i\u003e are difficult to find and command top-tier nursery prices. Growing from a plug delivers premium architectural drama at entry-level cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003ePlant Details \u0026amp; Sizing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Well-rooted young plug plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardy evergreen architectural perennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEventual Garden Height:\u003c\/b\u003e 60cm – 90cm (taller in flower)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEventual Spread:\u003c\/b\u003e 75cm – 1m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/b\u003e Massive, kidney-shaped to rounded, thick leathery leaves with a deep, glossy emerald sheen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/b\u003e Clusters of bright yellow daisy-like blooms held above the foliage in late autumn\/early winter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardy down to approximately -8°C to -10°C (RHS H4\/H5) once established; reliably evergreen in mild gardens or sheltered spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eWinter Care \u0026amp; Growing-On Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePotting Up:\u003c\/b\u003e Upon arrival, pot your plug into a 9cm or 1-litre pot using a rich, moisture-retentive but free-draining compost (peat-free multi-purpose blended with coarse perlite or grit).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLight \u0026amp; Position:\u003c\/b\u003e Thrives on a cool, bright windowsill indoors, or in a cold frame or unheated greenhouse. While tough, young plugs benefit from being kept sheltered from prolonged hard freezes in their first winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/b\u003e Keep the compost evenly, lightly moist. \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"50\"\u003eFarfugium\u003c\/i\u003e dislikes drying out completely, but during winter dull spells, ensure the pot is never sitting in soggy, standing water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpring Planting:\u003c\/b\u003e In April or May, plant out into a moisture-retentive, humus-rich border or a generous decorative container. Position in partial shade to dappled shade, protected from harsh, drying midday winds to keep those huge leaves flawless and glossy all season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Jungle in a Box","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56959971033474,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/2274\/2338\/files\/07C07E51-C92E-4632-8985-5868624D0EBD.jpg?v=1791010803","url":"https:\/\/www.jungleinabox.co.uk\/products\/farfugium-japonicum-var-giganteum","provider":"Jungle in a Box","version":"1.0","type":"link"}