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Arum italicum ssp. italicum

Family Araceae
Plant Type "bulb, corm or tuber"
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Spread 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light light shade to shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Arum italicum ssp. italicum (candleflower) bears showy, white and fragrant flowers during mid-spring. This "bulb, corm or tuber" is spreading in form and has variegated dark aquamarine and pale green foliage that is showy, glossy, bold textured and evergreen. The fruit produced by Arum italicum ssp. italicum (candleflower) is showy and bright orange. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning "bulb, corm or tuber" which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, edging, ground cover, specimen, wild flower and woodland.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer.
Cautions Arum italicum ssp. italicum (candleflower) is poisonous or toxic so keep this in mind if you have children or pets that could be at risk. Arum italicum ssp. italicum (candleflower) can be an irritant to the skin, eyes, nose or throat. Depending upon your local conditions, Arum italicum ssp. italicum (candleflower) may be invasive. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.