Spotty

There are few plants with more interesting foliage than the Spotted Leopard Plant (Ligularia sachalinensis) shown here at the top of the picture. It goes well here in a partially shaded spot with the 'Stella de Oro' Daylily (Hemerocallis), which is a nice color echo. Whenever a novice gardener that is not familiar with the ligularia comes through the garden I have to tell them that this plant is very healthy, the spots are not from insect or disease damage. Bold and fun, this plant likes a cool, moist location, will wilt in the sun, but bounce right back as soon as the shade returns. Busy plant!