Lysichiton americanus - camschatcensis (Bog Arum, Skunk Cabbage)

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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.

Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage

Strengths of Lysichiton americanus:

Scented blossom
Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant

Weaknesses of Lysichiton americanus

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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