Arum italicum subsp. italicum ‘Marmoratum’ is an attractive plant with large, arrow-shaped, glossy green leaves heavily marbled with cream. Over time it makes a dense carpet that covers the ground from late autumn till mid spring. In spring pale green spathes grow well above the leaves, followed in autumn by a display of vivid red berries. The Royal Horticultural Society has given it its prestigious Award of Garden Merit (AGM).
Grow Arum italicum subsp. italicum ‘Marmoratum’ in moist but well-drained soil in shade, ideally beneath trees and shrubs. It’s also suitable for underplanting hosta.
How to grow Arum 'Marmoratum'
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Plant size
30cm height
20cm spread
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Aspect
North facing, east facing, south facing, west facing
- Sun exposure: Dappled shade, partial shade, full shade
- Hardiness: Hardy
- Soil type: Clay / heavy / moist
Plant calendar
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Do Divide in May |
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Do Divide in June |
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Do not Divide in July |
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Do not Divide in August |
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Do not Divide in September |
O
Do not Divide in October |
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Do not Divide in November |
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Do not Divide in December |
Arum 'Marmoratum' and wildlife
Arum 'Marmoratum' has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
Is Arum 'Marmoratum' poisonous?
Arum 'Marmoratum' can be toxic.
Toxic to Cats
Toxic to Dogs
Toxic to Horses
Toxic to People
No reported toxicity to Birds
No reported toxicity to Livestock
Plants that go well with Arum 'Marmoratum'
