25 Gunnera Manicata Seeds - "Dinosaur Food" Giant Hardy Plant, Prehistoric, Rare, Architectural Herbaceous

Grow a prehistoric giant with 25 Gunnera Manicata Seeds (also known as Dinosaur Food). This rare, hardy plant is one of the most enormous herbaceous plants on Earth, with leaves up to 6 feet across. The giant rhubarb features architectural, deeply lobed leaves and tall, prickly stalks reaching up to 10 feet. Thriving near water and in boggy soil, Gunnera manicata produces striking, bottle-brush spikes of tiny flowers and red-brown fruits. Perfect for bog gardens, beside ponds, or as a specimen plant in large spaces. Easy to grow in zones 6-11 with proper winter protection. Bring a touch of prehistoric scale to your garden with these rare seeds!

🌱 25 Gunnera Manicata Seeds – also known as Dinosaur Food or Giant Rhubarb

🌿 Enormous leaves up to 6 feet across and 10 feet tall stalks

🌺 Unique red-brown flowers followed by small red fruits

💧 Thrives in moist, boggy soil, ideal for ponds or damp garden spaces

🌞 Easy to grow in zones 6-11 with winter protection

🌻 A prehistoric, architectural plant, perfect for specimen plantings

🌍 Giant, herbaceous perennial that has existed for 150 million years

🏡 Impressive plant that dramatically alters the scale of any garden

🌱 Germination tips: Soak seeds, keep moist, and use warm temperatures for optimal growth

🌾 Requires patience as germination can take 15 to 90 days

Common Name: Giant Rhubarb, Dinosaur Food Plant

Scientific Name: Gunnera manicata

Plant Height: Up to 10 feet

Leaf Size: Up to 6 feet across

Sunlight Requirements: Partial to full sun

Watering Needs: Requires moist or boggy soil

Hardiness Zones: 6-11 (with winter protection in colder zones)

Germination Time: Can take anywhere from 15 to 90 days

Germination Tips: Keep moist, not wet, and provide bottom heat (68-77°F)

Plant Care: Requires space and adequate moisture

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Type: Seeds

25 gunnera manicata seeds - "dinosaur food" giant hardy plant prehistoric rare architectural herbaceous
Ships from: USA
Vendor: Jayme Garden