Arum Italicum
Arum Italicum, or Italian Lords and Ladies, brings a unique charm to shaded garden areas. This perennial plant is celebrated for its distinctive hooded spring flowers and vibrant, long-lasting orange-red berries. Its attractive, arrow-shaped foliage emerges in fall, often adorned with silvery mottling, and remains through winter, offering year-round visual interest. Ideal for spots where Hostas thrive, it complements early spring bloomers beautifully. Handle tubers with gloves as all parts are toxic.
$14.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1960
/ 3183
#1960 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-37%
Below average
USDA Hardiness Zones
59
/ -
Who it's for
- Exceptional Winter Foliage
- Highly Adaptable to Shade
- Reliable Naturalizer and Berries
Who should skip it
- Significant Toxicity Risk
- Potential Aggressive Spreader
- Messy Summer Dormancy
Key Specs
USDA Hardiness Zones
5-9
Mature Height
12-24 inches
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
Sun Exposure
Partial Shade to Full Shade
Bloom Season
Spring
Planting Season
Fall
Flower Color
Chartreuse & Orange-Red
Bulb Quantity
3
Features
- Unusual hooded spring flowers
- Striking orange-red berries
- Foliage persists through winter
- Silvery-mottled leaves
- Ideal for shaded gardens
- Unique and uncommon plant
- Includes 3 bulbs
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise Arum Italicum for its unique aesthetic appeal and reliable winter interest. The striking marbled foliage provides essential color during colder months. Bulbs generally arrive healthy, leading to high establishment success. Reviewers value its hardiness and effectiveness as a low maintenance ground cover in shade. The primary consideration is patience; the plant establishes slowly, which can disappoint those expecting immediate growth. Those understanding its lifecycle find the eventual reward of beautiful foliage and berries well worth the gradual process. While bulb quality is high, minor variability in size slightly affects perceived value. Overall, it delivers architectural beauty for gardeners seeking year round interest, provided they anticipate a slow start.
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