Farfugium japonicum var. giganteum (Giant Tractor Seat Plant)

Farfugium japonicum var. giganteum, commonly known as Giant Tractor Seat, is a bold foliage plant with enormous, glossy, rounded green leaves that create a lush, tropical look in shaded gardens. Clusters of bright yellow, daisy-like flowers appear in autumn and winter.

Growing around 60–90cm tall and wide, it makes a striking feature in sheltered garden beds and large pots, bringing contrasting leaf shape and texture to shady corners.

• Position: Partial to full shade, sheltered from cold winds.
• Soil: Moist, well-drained soil. Maintain consistent moisture.
• Size: Approximately 60–90cm high × 60–90cm wide.
• Flowers: Yellow, daisy-like clusters in autumn and winter.
• Ballarat care: Protect from heavy frosts and cold winds. Choose a sheltered microclimate or a large pot that can be moved under cover during severe cold.

Available from Navigators Nursery near Ballarat. At our frost-hardy nursery, we carefully select plants for their garden performance and suitability to local conditions. Giant Tractor Seat needs extra frost shelter in our Ballarat cold climate.