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Veratrum maackii var. japonicum

Also Known As

  • Japanese Corn Lily

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-5'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Veratrum maackii var. japonicum plant details

Veratrum maackii var. japonicum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer purple flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Veratrum maackii var. japonicum

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: melanthiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring and summer
Uses: pleated leaves

GROWING CONDITIONS for Veratrum maackii var. japonicum

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Blooms: spring-summer, dark purple-brown flowers/ long pleated foliage Zone 3-9. 12"-18", Japan, shade-part sun, moist, well drained

Gardening facts about Veratrum maackii var. japonicum plant

How to Grow Veratrum maackii var. japonicum

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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