Spek-tacular cast iron plant

Aspidistra elatior 'Spek-tacular'

HouseplantAsparagaceae

Spek-tacular cast iron plant
Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantDrought tolerantSalt tolerantEvergreen
USDA zones7 to 11
SunNeeds full shade (under 2 hours)
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
Growth rate
Slow
Habit
Clumping
Bloom season
Summer
Soil types
Sand, loam, clay

Garden uses

AccentGround coverLow maintenanceShade gardenSpecimen

Notes

'Spek-tacular' cast iron plant (Aspidistra elatior 'Spek-tacular') is a houseplant for shade gardens, accents, and ground cover. It is hardy to USDA zone 7, or down to 0°F (-18°C). This plant likes full shade and dry to average, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. It grows in a clump and stays evergreen all year. Growth is slow, so give it time to fill in. It also tolerates drought and salt.

Pairs well with Holly fern, Sedge, Bigleaf hydrangea, and Aureola Japanese forest grass.