Bog Arum. Aquatic perennial with attractive heart-shaped, glossy, dark green leaves. White spathes surround insignificant flower clusters. Dull red berries follow in autumn. Max Height 25cm. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers June to July. Fruits September. Full sun. Hardy. Harmful if eaten/skin and eye irritant.
Calla palustris
Aquatic perennial with attractive heart-shaped, glossy, dark green leaves. White spathes surround insignificant flower clusters. Dull red berries follow in autumn.
Category: Aquatic
Additional information
Generic | Calla |
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Species | palustris |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Bog Arum |
Flower Colour | orange |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
Height | 25cm |
Family | Araceae |
Spread | 60cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Upright |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | June, July |
Colour Fruit | red |
Fruits When | September |
Moisture | Moist |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | |
Care | |
Border | Bog garden, Pond |
Toxicity | Harmful if eaten/skin and eye irritant |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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