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Arum cyrenaicum
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, aroid
size
- H: 8"-15"
- W: 6"-12"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Arum cyrenaicum plant details
Arum cyrenaicum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring burgundy and green flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun 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 cyrenaicum
- Plant type: perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: araceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 8 IN - 15 IN - tall
- Flowers: burgundy and green blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Arum cyrenaicum
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained
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How to Grow Arum cyrenaicum
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
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
- green
Flower Color
- green
- burgundy
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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