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Arum sintenisii

Also Known As

  • Arum orientale ssp. sintenisii
  • Sintenis Arum

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, aroid

size

  • H: 8"-12"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 6a-10b

Arum sintenisii plant details

Arum sintenisii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring burgundy and white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arum sintenisii

Plant type: perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy and white blooms in spring
Uses: pungent fragrance, summer dormant, winter interest, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arum sintenisii

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Arum sintenisii plant

How to Grow Arum sintenisii

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

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

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • burgundy
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glossy

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