Gardening in Small Spaces Container Plant Profile
Leopard’s Bane
Description: A cold hardy perennial flowering plant that produces daisy-like blooms. Leopard’s Bane blooms dependably from March to May and adds bright color to lightly shaded areas.
Family: Asteraceae
Genus: Doronicum
Species: Orientale
Cultivar: Leonardo Compact (Dwarf Variety)
Type: Perennial
USDA Hardiness Zone(s): 4-7
Bloom Time: March – May
Color: Yellow Blooms, Green Leaves
Poisonous: Yes. All parts if ingested.
Light: Sun – Part Shade
Height: 12 – 15 inches (30-40cm)
Water: Keep potting mix evenly moist
Uses: Containers, Cuttings and Borders
Propagation: Division Early Spring
Plant With: Hostas, Impatiens or Daffodil’s
Last Place Seen or Purchased: Home Depot (March 2009)
