Little Rocket Ligularia
Ligularia stenocephala ‘Little Rocket’
Compact, bold, and built for the shade, Little Rocket Ligularia delivers dramatic foliage and striking vertical blooms to moist, low-light areas in the garden. A dwarf version of the classic 'The Rocket', this variety offers the same golden-yellow flower spikes and large, serrated green leaves—but in a smaller, more manageable form.
From mid to late summer, tall, narrow plumes of bright yellow flowers shoot upward, adding vertical interest and attracting bees and butterflies. Its lush, dark green foliage forms a handsome clump—growing 24–36 inches tall and 18–24 inches wide—that pairs beautifully with ferns, hostas, and other shade perennials.
Well-suited to Canadian gardens, Little Rocket prefers partial to full shade and consistently moist, rich soil. It thrives in damp, shady locations—such as beside ponds, along woodland edges, or in shaded borders—and is also deer-resistant, making it as practical as it is beautiful.
Add height, texture, and vibrant late-season colour to your shade garden with Little Rocket Ligularia—a compact powerhouse for cool, moist Canadian landscapes.
Little Rocket Ligularia (1 Gallon Pot)
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Plant Details & Features:
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Plant Type: Hardy perennial
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Flower Colour: Bright golden-yellow
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Foliage Colour: Deep green, bold and textured
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Bloom Time: Mid to late summer
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Height & Spread: 24–36 inches tall, 18–24 inches wide
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Light Requirements: Partial to full shade
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Soil Needs: Moist, rich, well-drained soil
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Water Needs: Moderate to high; prefers consistent moisture
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Maintenance: Low; remove spent flower stalks to tidy plant
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Wildlife Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies; deer-resistant
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Special Features: Shade-tolerant, bold foliage, upright blooms, great for damp or woodland gardens
