Petasites japonicus 'Purpureus' (Purple Japanese Coltsfoot) Flowers Green Prune in late winter- early

Prune in late winter- early spring to force more new growth

Unusual flower spikes summer-fall

in Sichuan province

Large blooming size rhizomes

Used as a large textural foliage plant

Petasites japonicus 'Purpureus' (Purple Japanese Coltsfoot) Flowers Green Prune in late winter- earlyZone: 6 9 Natural Range: Japan Soil: Moist wet, humus rich Light: Part shade Attributes: Deciduous, 12 24" tall. Strange frilly blooms late in the winter, often while there is still snow and frost. Round foliage emerges in the spring, and lasts until fall. Notes: This form has purple burgundy foliage and stems. As the season progresses the top of the foliage darkens to green. Give them plenty of room to grow. They do well with lots of bright light,