Photo of Arum pictum foliage by J.G. in SF

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Arum pictum

Also Known As

  • Fall Flowering Arum

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, aroid

size

  • H: 6"-10"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 7b-10a

Arum pictum plant details

Arum pictum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber with blue, green and variegated foliage. In spring black flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arum pictum

Plant type: perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: deciduous blue, green and variegated
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: black blooms in spring
Uses: goth garden, pungent fragrance, rare, summer dormant, winter interest, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arum pictum

USDA Zones: 7b - 10a
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Gardening facts about Arum pictum plant

How to Grow Arum pictum

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Color

    • black
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • green
    • blue
  • Texture

    • glossy
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