Arum Italicum 2 Litre Pot

Arum italicum – A Striking, Hardy Perennial with Unique Foliage

Arum italicum, also known as the Italian Arum, is a hardy perennial admired for its bold, arrow-shaped foliage and distinctive flower spathes. This plant adds a dramatic touch to shaded gardens, woodland areas, and mixed borders with its striking appearance and seasonal interest.

Seasonal Beauty & Growth

• Spring: Large, glossy, dark green leaves with white veins emerge, creating a stunning contrast in the garden.
• Summer: The plant grows lush, offering shade and texture in shaded garden spaces. A unique spathe with a central spadix appears, though the foliage remains the main visual attraction.
• Autumn: The leaves often turn yellow or orange, creating a beautiful fall display.
• Winter: Although it may go dormant in winter, the structure of the plant provides garden interest even in its off-season.

Structure & Form

• Grows to about 10-50cm in height, forming a clump of large, striking leaves.
• The spathe and spadix (flower) often appear in early spring, though it is more admired for its unique foliage.
• The foliage is tough and leathery, providing a rich texture that contrasts well with other plants.

Perfect for Various Landscapes

• Woodland & Shade Gardens: Thrives in shaded or partially shaded areas, making it ideal for woodland gardens.
• Borders & Edging: Perfect for adding texture and contrast to borders and mixed plantings.
• Low-Maintenance Gardens: Requires minimal care and attention once established.
• Wildlife Gardens: Adds to the biodiversity of shaded spaces and can be a beneficial plant for certain pollinators.

Growing Conditions & Care

• Position: Prefers partial to full shade, making it perfect for shaded garden corners or under trees.
• Soil: Tolerates a variety of soils, though it thrives best in well-drained, moist, and slightly acidic soil.
• Hardiness: Fully hardy, able to withstand cold winters and adapting to a range of garden conditions.
• Maintenance: Very low-maintenance; simply remove old foliage in early spring to make way for new growth.

Why Choose Arum italicum?

• Distinctive foliage provides year-round visual interest with its bold, glossy leaves.
• Hardy and adaptable, thriving in shaded or woodland gardens.
• Low-maintenance and ideal for creating texture and contrast in mixed plantings.

Perfect Plant Combinations

• Ferns & Shade-loving Plants: Pair with ferns like Athyrium or hostas for a lush, woodland feel.
• Spring Bulbs: Combine with early bloomers like Crocus or Snowdrops for a beautiful spring display.
• Evergreens: Use alongside evergreen shrubs like Boxwood or Ivy for year-round structure.
• Flowering Shrubs: Place near plants like Hydrangeas or Viburnum for added seasonal interest.

Arum italicum is a perfect choice for shady, woodland gardens where its striking foliage and low-maintenance growth will add unique character and texture to your landscape.

Arum Italicum 2 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery winter hardy

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.