Ligularia dentata 'Little Golden Ray'

Ligularia dentata ‘Little Golden Ray’

Brighten shady garden spaces with ‘Little Golden Ray’, a compact, mound-forming perennial featuring toothed, purple-flushed dark green leaves with maroon undersides. From midsummer to early autumn, erect, branching reddish-purple stems hold golden-yellow daisy-like flowerheads with brown centers, attracting pollinators. Its heart-shaped foliage creates a lush backdrop for the cheerful blooms. Perfect for woodland gardens, borders, and shady spots, it grows 12" tall and wide and thrives in zones 3–9.

Type: Shade Perennial
Foliage: Toothed, purple-flushed dark green, maroon beneath
Bloom: Golden-yellow daisy-like flowers with brown centers, midsummer–early autumn
Season: Midsummer to early autumn
Height/Spread: 12" x 12"
Zones: 3–9
Light: Part shade

A compact, pollinator-friendly perennial that delivers color, texture, and charm to small shady gardens or container plantings.