Arum lilies, Zantedeschia, have large, glossy foliage which, in late spring and early summer, is complemented by large, white, hood-shaped blooms. They make excellent cut flowers. They're perfect for growing beside water, in shallow pond margins or a bog garden, where they associate well with other water plants. They can also be grown in damp borders with other moisture-loving plants.
Zantedeschia 'Black Magic' bears yellow flowers with a black centre, and contrasting yellow spathe. Grow in moist soil in full sun. In cooler regions offer protection in autumn and winter or in grow in containers which can be moved indoors.
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Zantedeschia ‘Black magic’ and wildlife
Zantedeschia ‘Black magic’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
Is Zantedeschia ‘Black magic’ poisonous?
Zantedeschia ‘Black magic’ can be toxic.
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Is known to attract Cats
Cats
Is known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is known to attract People
People
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Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Plants that go well with Zantedeschia 'Black Magic'
