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Arctic Butterbur
Petasites frigidus
perennial⛅ part shade💧💧💧 high water
Arctic Butterbur is a cold-hardy perennial with large, heart-shaped leaves and early spring flower clusters that emerge before foliage develops. It thrives in cool, wet habitats and spreads vigorously in suitable conditions.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
high
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 3a to Zone 7bpH Range
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 4 to 5.9Soil Texture
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
Spring
Succession Role
pioneerearly successional
Native to the United States
Native Range
Arctic and subarctic regions of North America and Eurasia
Native to: Alaska
Function & Care
dynamic accumulatormedicinalwildlife benefiterosion control
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation