Gunnera is one of the biggest and most spectacular, architectural, herbaceous plants, commonly thought of as 'giant rhubarb'
Gunnera macinta needs plenty of space as it develops huge, dark green serrated leaves (can reach up to 1.5m across) on strong prickly stems. These majestic plants make fantastic architectural specimens in the garden. Prefers moisture and is often used as a marginal plant for water gardens. The Royal Horticultural Society has given it its prestigious Award of Garden Merit.
PLANT TYPE: Exotic
EVENTUAL HEIGHT: Up to 4m when mature
HARDINESS: The fat growth buds clustered in the crown are prone to frost damage, so pile the dead leaves and stems into a mound over the plants in autumn for winter protection
FLOWERING PERIOD: July to August
POSITION: Full sun, Partial shade in moist or boggy soil.
PRODUCT TYPE: 8cm Pot Plant Height 30-40cm
All our plants are shipped in specially designed packaging to keep the root system in place and the foliage protected in transit. Your plant will be supplied in a nursery grown 8cm pot. This can be planted straight out into your garden, but would benefit from growing on in a larger pot for a few weeks first
