Description
This plant is as tough as its name! It will practically grow in the dark. Excellent for those difficult to fill areas in deep, dry shade. Spreads by underground stems.
Size | Price |
2-GALLON | $24.99 |
Native to China and Japan, cast iron plant gets its common name from its ability to survive significant cultural abuse. It is an easily-maintained, stemless, evergreen foliage plant that typically grows to 3′ tall. Arching, lanceolate, glossy dark green leaves (to 24″ long and 4″ wide) rise up directly from its fleshy rootstock on long stems. (Courtesy of Missouri Botanical Gardens Plant Finder)
This plant is as tough as its name! It will practically grow in the dark. Excellent for those difficult to fill areas in deep, dry shade. Spreads by underground stems.
Common Name | Cast Iron Plant |
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Botanical Name | Aspidistra elatior |
Container/Amount | 3 gallon |
Evergreen or Deciduous | Evergreen |
Hardiness Zone | 10a, 10b, 11, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b |
Growth Rate | Slow |
Light Requirements | Part-shade, Shade |
Height | 2 to 3 feet |
Width | 2 to 3 feet |
Soil Condition | Well-drained |
Water Needs | Drought tolerant |
Fragrance | No |
Foliage Color | dark green |
Deer Resistant | Yes |
Size | 2 gallon |