Arum Italicum (5 bulbs) – Graphic elegance & bright winter foliage ? Offered by Van Noort
The Arum Italicum with its evergreen marbled foliage is an ornamental bulbous plant ideal for shady corners of the garden. Its decorative winter foliage , dark green with silver veins, appears in autumn and resists the cold until spring, bringing structure and light to shady scenes. Its discreet spring flowering , in May-June, reveals an elegant cream spathe followed by decorative red fruiting bodies in summer. A perennial plant for cool, shady soil , it adapts perfectly to undergrowth, hedge bases or shaded borders. Autonomous, rustic and graphic, it remains a must-have for creating an elegant garden in any season. ??
?? Variety characteristics
?? Height : 30 to 40 cm
?? Exposure : Shade to partial shade
?? Hardiness : Very good, down to -15°C
?? Pollinators : Low melliferous, discreet flowering
?? Water requirements : Low to medium, cool soil in winter-spring
?? Soil type : Rich, humus-rich, well-drained
?? Quantity : 5 bulbs
?? Planting and growing Arum Italicum
?? When to plant?
??? In the fall, from September to November
?? Where to plant it?
?? In undergrowth : Ideal under deciduous trees or large shrubs
?? In a shaded bed : With hostas, ferns or lungworts
?? In a pot : Possible provided the substrate is fresh and drained
?? How to plant?
1?? Depth : 8 to 10 cm
2?? Spacing : 20 to 25 cm between bulbs
3?? Watering : Light after planting, then in case of winter drought
?? Tip : Pair it with evergreens and early bloomers like snowdrops for a sophisticated winter scene.
?? Maintenance of Arum Italicum
?? Watering : Not necessary in summer, when the plant goes dormant
?? Fertilizer : Compost or dead foliage as mulch in the fall
?? Pruning : Cut off yellowed foliage in late spring
?? Wintering : No special care, cold resistant
?? Why choose Arum Italicum?
? Very decorative marbled foliage in winter
? Original spring flowering followed by red berries
? Ideal for shaded and cool areas
? Graphic, perennial and autonomous plant
? A plant full of charm and structure to brighten up forgotten corners of the garden. The Arum Italicum, proposed by Van Noort , is a treasure of finesse for shade and winter. ?
?? Pair with hellebores, epimediums, or ferns for a chic, textured shaded ambiance. ??