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ARUM italicum marmoratum

Commonly known as Lords and Ladies

Pale green or cream veined leaves on this tuberous perennial

Available Early Spring 2021 - Should be available March/April onwards depending on growing conditions.

individually £11.50 each, 3+ £9.00 each

Available Early Spring 2021

1.5 to 2 Litre - Early in the year, typically January til end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch

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Deciduous - arrow- to spear-shaped leaves to 35cm (14in) long lasting from late winter to late spring
White - greenish white
Height - 30cm (12in)
Spread - 15cm (6in)
Herbaceous - Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
Tuberous - tuberous perennial. Produces pale, greenish white spathes 15-40cm (6-16in) long followed by spikes of orange-red berries
Hardy - very cold winter - Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
Full sun
Partial shade
Caution, toxic if eaten, may cause skin allergy or irritant - These plants are toxic if eaten and may also cause a skin allergy, rash, irritation to eyes and skin.
Additional Features - Good to know - - needs a sunny site to flower well. A shadier site produces larger leaves.
Pests & Diseases - none
Place of origin - Europe, Turkey, northern Africa
Hardiness - Fully hardy -
Seasonal Interest - Spring -
Summer
Soil Conditions - Fertile well drained soil - - humus-rich