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Arum maculatum 'Bakovci'

Also Known As

  • CUCKOO PINT
  • LORDS AND LADIES

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, aroid

size

  • H: 6"-8"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Arum maculatum 'Bakovci' plant details

Arum maculatum 'Bakovci' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber with gold, green and variegated foliage. In spring black and burgundy flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arum maculatum 'Bakovci'

Plant type: perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: deciduous gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: black and burgundy blooms in spring
Uses: miniature, rare, unique, winter interest, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arum maculatum 'Bakovci'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

All of you who suffer Arumphobia, try this one for an instant cure: leaves are 3/4 creamy yellow with irregular green margin. Out of an under-sized spathe protrudes a club-shaped, dark maroon spadix. We had them about 5 year ago and they sold out right away. As every year, very few and they are naturally small.

Gardening facts about Arum maculatum 'Bakovci' plant

How to Grow Arum maculatum 'Bakovci'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • gold
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • burgundy
    • black
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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