{"product_id":"kaempe-mammutblad-gunnera-manicata-fro-10-stk","title":"Giant rhubarb (Gunnera manicata) | seeds, 10 pcs.","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eRARE\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eGunnera manicata\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kæmpegunnera, mammutblad, kæmpe mammutblad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Giant rhubarb, Brazilian giant gunnera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"849\" data-start=\"430\"\u003e- Genuine seeds of \u003cem\u003eGunnera manicata\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"849\" data-start=\"430\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"448\" data-start=\"430\"\u003eGunnera manicata\u003c\/em\u003e is the most iconic and sought-after species in the Gunnera genus – famous for its \u003cstrong data-end=\"560\" data-start=\"527\"\u003eenormous, umbrella-like leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e that can reach over 2 meters in diameter. The species originates from the humid mountainous regions of southeastern Brazil, where it grows along streams and in rainy valleys. With its extreme foliage and vigorous growth, it is one of the most dramatic ornamental plants that can be grown in temperate gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1165\" data-start=\"851\"\u003eThe plant forms strong, thorny leaf stalks and a massive rhizome, which sends up new leaves every spring at an impressive pace. In mid-summer, it can develop large, cone-shaped inflorescences, which later set seeds. Gunnera is a herbaceous plant – not a shrub – but its size gives it an almost woody appearance in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1165\" data-start=\"851\"\u003eCultivation and requirements:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1455\" data-start=\"1172\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1214\" data-start=\"1196\"\u003eGunnera manicata\u003c\/em\u003e thrives best in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1257\" data-start=\"1230\"\u003efull sun to partial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e and requires \u003cstrong data-end=\"1301\" data-start=\"1268\"\u003every moist, nutrient-rich soil\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is ideal for placement near ponds, streams, or in depressions where the soil never dries out completely. The more water and nutrients, the larger the leaves will become.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1728\" data-start=\"1457\"\u003eThe plant is \u003cstrong data-end=\"1489\" data-start=\"1468\"\u003ehardy in Denmark\u003c\/strong\u003e, but requires winter protection. In the autumn, the leaves are cut off and placed over the plant's growth point as insulation, often supplemented with straw, leaves, or garden fleece. The rhizome can withstand frost as long as it is not exposed to drying out and bare frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1728\" data-start=\"1457\"\u003eCultivation from seed:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2066\" data-start=\"1735\"\u003eHere it is important to be aware of a special detail: \u003cstrong data-end=\"1869\" data-start=\"1818\"\u003egenuine seeds of \u003cem data-end=\"1850\" data-start=\"1832\"\u003eGunnera manicata\u003c\/em\u003e are very rare\u003c\/strong\u003e. In cultivation, crosses often occur between \u003cem data-end=\"1939\" data-start=\"1921\"\u003eGunnera manicata\u003c\/em\u003e and the closely related \u003cem data-end=\"1982\" data-start=\"1963\"\u003eGunnera tinctoria\u003c\/em\u003e, and seeds from such plants therefore often result in \u003cstrong data-end=\"2041\" data-start=\"2029\"\u003ehybrids\u003c\/strong\u003e, not pure \u003cem data-end=\"2063\" data-start=\"2053\"\u003emanicata\u003c\/em\u003e. We have, however, been fortunate enough to obtain genuine seeds!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2352\" data-start=\"2068\"\u003eGenuine \u003cem data-end=\"2091\" data-start=\"2073\"\u003eGunnera manicata\u003c\/em\u003e is therefore usually propagated vegetatively via division of the rhizome to ensure the correct species. Germination from seed requires good warmth, and some use up to 30 degrees. The seeds can take a long time to germinate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2352\" data-start=\"2068\"\u003eUtility:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2352\" data-start=\"2068\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2395\" data-start=\"2377\"\u003eGunnera manicata\u003c\/em\u003e is grown exclusively as an ornamental plant and has enormous \u003cstrong data-end=\"2466\" data-start=\"2443\"\u003earchitectural value\u003c\/strong\u003e in the garden. It is used to create a jungle and rainforest atmosphere, especially in large gardens and parks where its size can truly come into its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2763\" data-start=\"2615\"\u003eIt also provides shelter, shade, and a microclimate for smaller plants and animals and acts as a striking focal point that almost no other plant can match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2763\" data-start=\"2615\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2788\" data-start=\"2770\"\u003eGunnera manicata\u003c\/em\u003e is the plant for the uncompromising gardener – a true giant that requires space, water, and respect, but which in return delivers one of the most spectacular plant displays you can get in a temperate garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e- NOTE: The seeds are very small\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54616969773324,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Gunneramanicata.jpg?v=1767011032","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/kaempe-mammutblad-gunnera-manicata-fro-10-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}