arisaema
Arisaema kiushianum
USDA zones5 to 9
SunHandles partial shade to full shade
WaterHandles moderate or wet soil
Size12 to 18 inches tall12 to 18 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Purple with white stripes
Notes
Arisaema (Arisaema kiushianum) is a perennial for woodland gardens and shade borders. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes part to full shade and average to wet soil. It grows 12 to 18 inches tall and wide. The purple flowers have white stripes and appear in mid to late spring.
Pairs well with Elegans hosta, Lady in Red lady fern, and Chinese ground orchid.
Native range
Japan.