Arum Italicum
Description
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.
