Farfugium japonicum Jagged Edge Calopogon but plants with late day

but plants with late day western exposure have also thrived

The common name cast iron plant speaks to their durability in less than ideal conditions

This 1956 Walter Mainz introduction (P

producing a 4' tall spike topped in May (NC) with dense terminal clusters of bright yellow flowers

Too much deep shade greatly reduces their flower power

Farfugium japonicum Jagged Edge Calopogon but plants with late dayFarfugium japonicum 'Jagged Edge' is an amazing selection from Japan's Kairyoen Nursery that we've been growing since 2003. In the garden, it makes a huge 2' tall x 5' wide clump of large 1' wide green leaves with a unique jagged edge. In late October, the clumps are topped with 3' tall spikes of yellow daisies truly superb!