Giant Gunnera

Gunnera Manicata

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Overview

Gunnera manicata, or Giant Gunnera, is an impactful perennial, boasting colossal, rhubarb-like leaves that can span up to 8 feet across, supported by spiky, thick stems. Ideal for a waterside focal point in USDA zones 7-10, it thrives in rich, moist soil, requiring ample space with a spread of 10 feet and a height of up to 8 feet. In summer, it produces red-green conical flower spikes, adding to its dramatic presence.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, HighZones 7–8Climate Subtropical

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — is an impactful perennial

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — This architectural plant originates from South America and is renowned for its colossal

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — Ideal for a waterside focal point in USDA zones 7-10

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — requiring ample space with a spread of 10 feet and a height of up to 8 feet

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — rich soils and is particularly well-suited to waterside plantings or bog gardens

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — the Giant Gunnera thrives in moist

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — In summer, it produces red-green conical flower spikes, adding to its dramatic presence

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, High
USDA zones: 7–8

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Gunneraceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — is an impactful perennial

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — This architectural plant originates from South America and is renowned for its colossal

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — Ideal for a waterside focal point in USDA zones 7-10

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — requiring ample space with a spread of 10 feet and a height of up to 8 feet

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — rich soils and is particularly well-suited to waterside plantings or bog gardens

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — the Giant Gunnera thrives in moist

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — In summer, it produces red-green conical flower spikes, adding to its dramatic presence

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — commonly known as the Giant Gunnera or Brazilian Giant-Rhubarb

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — which can ascend to a stately 6 feet in height during the summer months

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — rhubarb-like leaves that can span up to 8 feet across

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — Although hardy in USDA zones 7 to 10

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — where its roots can remain hydrated

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — displaying tiny reddish-green florets

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — aquatic / perennial with green and red blooms

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — instantly transforming any garden scape into a tropical retreat

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — These spikes add a prehistoric touch to the garden aesthetic.<br><br>With a spread of up to 10 to 15 feet

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — It's a visual anchor that creates a sense of lushness and drama

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — Regular feeding and consistent moisture will ensure this plant maintains vigor and its signature grandeur

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — green and red flowers in the garden

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — Ideal for a waterside focal point in USDA zones 7-10; green and red flowers in the garden

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — is an impactful perennial; requiring ample space with a spread of 10 feet and a height of up to 8 feet

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — aquatic / perennial for full or half

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — In summer, it produces red-green conical flower spikes, adding to its dramatic presence; which can ascend to a stately 6

Giant Gunnera (Gunnera Manicata) — requiring ample space with a spread of 10 feet and a height of up to 8 feet; in summer, it produces red-green conical flower

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Half · Zones 8–11