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ZANTEDESCHIA aethiopica 'Green Goddess'
Commonly known as Arum lily, Pig lily, Trumpet lily
Large green flowers
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EvergreenIn mild areas. Semi-erect, arrow-shaped, dull green leaves to 45cm (18in) long.
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Green
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Height90cm (36in)
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Spread90cm (36in)
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Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennialClump-forming rhizomatous perennial. Produces a succession of white-centred, dull green spathes 15-20cm (6-8in) long
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winterHardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)
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Full sun
ZANTEDESCHIA aethiopica 'Green Goddess'
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowCan be grown as a marginal pond plantPests & DiseasesAphids, thrips, fungal and bacterial rots and viruses.Place of originSouth Africa, Lesotho
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Garden Location/ConditionsBog garden
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Seasonal InterestSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich. Protect with deep winter mulch.Wet or boggy soil
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Toxic - Category CHarmful if eaten(People & Pets)Skin & eye irritant(People & Pets)
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Zantedeschia Arum Lily - Care Guide
90cm (36in)
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