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Aspidistra sichuanensis 'Spek-tacular'
Also Known As
- Aspidistra elatior 'Spek-tacular'
- Spek-tacular Perennial Cast Iron Plant
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 3'-4'
planting zones
- 7b-12
Aspidistra sichuanensis 'Spek-tacular' plant details
Aspidistra sichuanensis 'Spek-tacular' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with gold, green and variegated foliage. In spring burgundy flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Aspidistra sichuanensis 'Spek-tacular'
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: asparagaceae
- Foliage: evergreen gold, green and variegated
- Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: burgundy blooms in spring
- Uses: clumping, woodland garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Aspidistra sichuanensis 'Spek-tacular'
- USDA Zones: 7b - 12
- Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
- Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cistus Nursery
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Gardening facts about Aspidistra sichuanensis 'Spek-tacular' plant
How to Grow Aspidistra sichuanensis 'Spek-tacular'
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - occasional
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- gold
- green
Flower Color
- burgundy
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
7a-12
Size
Height: 18"-30"
Width: 15"-36"
- bright shade - shade
- regular - occasional
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
7b-12
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 12"-24"
- bright shade - shade
- regular - occasional
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
7a-9b
Size
Height: 30"
Width: 24"
- bright shade - shade
- regular
aka Aspidistra elatior 'Variegata', Variegated Cast Iron Plant
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
7a-12
Size
Height: 16"-30"
Width: 16"-36'
- bright shade - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
7a-12
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 12"-24"
- bright shade - shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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