Ligularia 'Britt Marie Crawford'

Leopard Plant 'Britt-Marie Crawford'

Ligularia ‘Britt-Marie Crawford’ (Leopard Plant) is a bold, clump-forming perennial with a dramatic, upright to mounded habit, featuring large, glossy, deep burgundy to nearly black leaves that provide striking contrast in shaded gardens. Bright golden-yellow, daisy-like flowers rise above the foliage in mid to late summer, adding vibrant color against the dark leaves.

Type: Perennial
Mature Size: 24–36" W × 24–36" H
USDA Zones: 4a–8b
Form: Clumping, upright to mounded

Light: Part shade to full shade (tolerates some morning sun)
Soil / Water: Rich, moist, well-drained soils; moderate to high water, requires consistent moisture
Bloom Time / Length: Mid to late summer; moderate (3–4 weeks)

Wildlife: Bees, butterflies

Features & Landscape Uses:
Excellent for shade gardens, woodland edges, and near water features. Its bold foliage creates strong contrast and texture, while the bright flowers provide late-season color. Ideal as a focal point or massed in shaded borders.

Care:
Keep soil consistently moist—plants may wilt in dry or hot conditions. Mulch to retain moisture and keep roots cool. Remove spent flowers to maintain appearance. Protect from hot afternoon sun and drying winds.

Plant type

Perennial

Height

24-36''

Width

24-36''

Hardiness zones

4–8

Sunlight

Full Shade, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Late Summer, Mid Summer

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies

Soil

Clay, Moist well-drained, Rich

Landscape use

Border, Mass Planting, Water Garden, Woodland Gardens

Shape

Clumping, Mounded, Upright

Drought tolerant

No