Lysichiton americanus - camschatcensis (Bog Arum, Skunk Cabbage)

Type Herbaceous flower, Deciduous, Flowering
Form Spreading clump, Architectural Form
Size Low Border / Edging / Ground Cover Plant (up to 50cm height)
Colours White Flowers (Spring), Dark green Foliage
Care Medium - high
Hardiness Frost hardy
Growth Fast Growing Plant
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Lysichiton americanus cultivation notes: The skunk cabbage requires a soil that is both fertile and never dry, being well suited to planting on the edge of a pond or stream, either in full or part sun. Mulch annually in autumn and remove untidy dead flowers in late spring.

Plant Strengths: Scented blossom; Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant.

Plant Weaknesses: Invasive top growth; Will not tolerate exposed, cold or hot and sunny locations.

Design & Plant Use for Lysichiton americanus:
  • Winter/early spring flowering herbaceous plant for early colour and extended seasonal interest


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Lysichiton americanus - camschatcensis (Bog Arum, Skunk Cabbage)
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