Also known as Butterbur · 24 saves
Petasites
Petasites, the genus most gardeners know as butterbur. We track 2 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 2 most-saved Petasites varieties
Species of Petasites
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Petasites in Sow
Save the Petasites you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
Petasites questions
How many types of Petasites are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 2 distinct Petasites varieties. The most popular — ranked by 24 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Petasites grow in?
Across its varieties, Petasites covers USDA Zones 4–9. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Petasites bloom?
Most Petasites varieties bloom in early spring, early spring, before the leaves. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Petasites should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.