Arisarum Black Hood 14cm
$16.95
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CODE: 9313208571762Arisarum vulgare ‘Black Hood’ – 14cm pot
A small, rare, low-growing perennial with deep green ovate arrow-pointed foliage. In Autumn black-purple striped hooded spathes appear above the foliage. The inflorescences are very striking and can make a unique display in the garden. Arisarum Black Hood has moderate water requirements, best grown in humus-rich soil. Plants will multiple by their tubers.
Position: Part-shade – Full shade
Height: 10cm
Spread: 30cm
Garden Uses:
Showy groundcover
Vertical walls
Mass planting
Feature plant in pots/containers
Rockeries
Underplanting to larger shrubs
Planting Tips:
Make sure to prepare the soil before planting. Mixing in a bag of well-aged animal manure or compost can help to condition and revitalise tired soil. Make sure to blend compost/manure with the pre-existing ground, mixing thoroughly. Once the ground has been prepare, dig a hole which is wider, but not deeper, than what the original size of the pot the plant has come in. Position the plant in the hole and backfill any gaps with the excess soil. Give the plant a deep soaking of water to help settle the roots.
The container selected needs to be large enough for the plant chosen is going to be planted. Never pot a plant into a container which is too small. Use a premium quality potting mix as this has all the added fertilisers and wetting agents required for having a healthy plant.