{"product_id":"lion-s-ear-seeds-leonotis-leonurus","title":"50 Lion’s Ear Seeds – Leonotis leonurus","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"179\"\u003eWild Dagga | Bold Orange Blooms | Pollinator Magnet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"482\"\u003eAdd dramatic, fiery color to your garden with \u003cstrong data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"263\"\u003eLion’s Ear (\u003cem data-start=\"241\" data-end=\"260\"\u003eLeonotis leonurus\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"293\"\u003eWild Dagga\u003c\/strong\u003e. This fast-growing ornamental produces striking whorls of bright orange tubular flowers that stack along tall stems — creating a bold architectural statement from late summer through fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"651\"\u003eNative to South Africa, Lion’s Ear is a drought-tolerant, sun-loving plant that thrives in warm climates and attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees in abundance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"684\"\u003e🌿 Why Grow Lion’s Ear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"919\"\u003e✅Brilliant orange, tiered blooms\u003cbr data-start=\"720\" data-end=\"723\"\u003e✅Attracts hummingbirds \u0026amp; butterflies\u003cbr data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"764\"\u003e✅Drought tolerant once established\u003cbr data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"803\"\u003e✅Fast-growing \u0026amp; easy to maintain\u003cbr data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"840\"\u003e✅Excellent for borders \u0026amp; pollinator gardens\u003cbr data-start=\"885\" data-end=\"888\"\u003e✅Unique architectural plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"945\"\u003e📋 Plant Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"984\"\u003eLeonotis leonurus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"984\" data-end=\"987\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lion’s Ear, Wild Dagga\u003cbr data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1028\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender perennial (grown as annual in colder zones)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–6 feet\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright Orange\u003cbr data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late Summer to Fall\u003cbr data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1185\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight: \u003c\/strong\u003eFull Sun\u003cbr data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil: \u003c\/strong\u003eWell-drained soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1233\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–11 (annual in cooler regions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003e🌞 Growing Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003eStart seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost\u003cbr data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1362\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003eSow lightly on soil surface and cover thinly\u003cbr data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003eKeep soil warm (70–75°F) and moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003eGermination typically occurs within 10–20 days\u003cbr data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003eTransplant outdoors after danger of frost has passed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1629\"\u003eLion’s Ear thrives in heat and performs best in sunny, dry conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003e🌼 Landscape Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003ePollinator gardens\u003cbr data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1681\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003eCottage gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003eXeriscapes\u003cbr data-start=\"1713\" data-end=\"1716\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003eBack-of-border plantings\u003cbr data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003eStatement specimen plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1918\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1843\"\u003eIs Lion’s Ear perennial?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1843\" data-end=\"1846\"\u003eIt is perennial in zones 8–11 but grown as an annual in colder climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1918\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1920\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003eDoes it tolerate drought?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1952\" data-end=\"1955\"\u003eYes — once established, it handles dry conditions very well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2017\" data-end=\"2086\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2017\" data-end=\"2046\"\u003eHow tall does it grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2046\" data-end=\"2049\"\u003ePlants typically reach 4–6 feet tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2186\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2122\"\u003eIs it good for pollinators?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2125\"\u003eAbsolutely — it attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarvestNest Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default 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