Perennials

Japanese Butterbur
Petasites japonicus var. giganteus
Family
Asteraceae
Common Family Name
sunflower
Native Range
Japan, Korea, China
Size (WxH)
3’ x 6’
Bloom Description & Timing
whitish; very early spring
Noteworthy Characteristics
very large-leaved, tropical looking plant with edible leaf stalks in early spring; flowers often emerge through snow cover
JOA Garden Area
1
Poisonous
no
Caroline Planted
yes
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