Zantedeschia aethiopica 'Marshmallow'
arum lily
Renowned for its striking appearance, 'Marshmallow' stands out as a captivating rhizomatous perennial for reliably moist areas, particularly in mild regions where it remains evergreen, forming a cluster of glossy, arrow-shaped leaves reaching up to 45cm (18in) in length. Transitioning from late spring to midsummer, this cultivar boasts a succession of exotic-looking flowers, each up to 15cm (6in) long, adorned with pale pink spathes encircling a vibrant yellow spadix.
How to care for Zantedeschia aethiopica Marshmallow:
These Zantedeschia are grown in aquatic baskets filled with a suitable aquatic compost. The mesh sides allow water to circulate through the compost, compost, supplying both oxygen and nutrients to the roots.
Place the baskets in shallow water around 10-20?cm (4-8?in) deep, ensuring the crown stays just above the water to prevent rot while the roots remain submerged. For best performance, plant them out as soon as possible in a sunny or lightly sheltered spot.
During winter, protect the crowns by adding a layer of mulch 5-7cm (2-3in) deep.
Place the baskets in shallow water around 10-20?cm (4-8?in) deep, ensuring the crown stays just above the water to prevent rot while the roots remain submerged. For best performance, plant them out as soon as possible in a sunny or lightly sheltered spot.
During winter, protect the crowns by adding a layer of mulch 5-7cm (2-3in) deep.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
1m
Eventual spread:
0.5m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Reliably damp or boggy
Hardiness:
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
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This pond plant dies right back in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
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Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten; skin irritant/allergen
3 litre aquatic pot
£34.99
available to order from summer
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