ARUM
LILY Family: Araceae
Arum Lilies are simple to grow in any position that enjoys regular water or is naturally damp, even wet. They have thick lush dark green foliage that grows to 70cm high with large metre high pure white flowers and striking yellow spadix. A variation is the striking 'green goddess' with its unusual green and white flowers.
CAUTION: Never dump Arum Lilies in areas with native vegetation as they may multiply and spread.
Flowering Season: Spring to Early Summer.
Plant Size: 1m H x 60cm W
Planting Density: App. 50cm apart.
Multiplication Speed: Rapid. Clumps can reach 1m wide in 3 years.
Preferred Aspect: Sun or Shade. Dappled light best. Damp or well watered area best.
Plant Uses: Excellent in shady wet areas, pond edges. Great cut flower.
Likes: Wet feet, being left undisturbed.
Dislikes: Hot dry conditions.
Watering - Water once per week during dry periods.
Fertilising - Mix a handful of complete fertiliser through soil when planting. Top dress in spring.
Lifting and storage - No need to lift for at least 3 years. Can be lifted and divided during the winter months and re-planted immediately.
Pests - None.
Tips- Arum lily has evergreen foliage from Autumn till mid Summer. Excellent plant for wet or boggy areas, in garden beds or around ponds.
